San Ramon Police Arrest Seven After $1 Million Smash-and-Grab at Heller Jewelers

Overview

• Roughly 20 masked individuals stormed the store using hammers and pickaxes, displayed pistols, and one shot was fired without injuries.
• Police estimate about $1 million in jewelry was taken during the Sept. 22 robbery at City Center Bishop Ranch.
• Suspects escaped in prepositioned vehicles as officers curtailed ground pursuits for public safety while air units tracked them into Alameda County.
• Seven suspects were arrested with detentions reported in Oakland and Dublin, and part of the stolen property was recovered.
• Detectives say the investigation remains active and ask witnesses to contact Detective Kevin Tjahjadi, noting the store was also robbed in March 2023.