Seawood Photo Faces Recovery After Costly Ram Raid Robbery

Thieves stole up to $50,000 in equipment and caused $10,000 in damages, as the historic San Rafael store rallies with community support.

Seawood Photo, a San Rafael photography store established in 1947, was targeted in a 'ram raid' robbery early Monday morning, April 1, 2025.
Thieves used a car to break through the store's front window, stealing $40,000 to $50,000 worth of equipment and causing $10,000 in damages.
The break-in is part of a broader pattern of 'ram raid' crimes targeting Bay Area camera stores, with several similar incidents reported in recent months.
The store has raised over $7,000 through a GoFundMe campaign to cover losses and repairs, with strong moral support from the local community.
Seawood Photo continues to operate despite the robbery and other financial challenges, including the need to replace its HVAC system, as police investigate the crime.