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Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public Help in Goleta Jewelry Heist Sharing Similarities With Statewide Cases

Detectives are cataloging customer-owned pieces to confirm victims and improve the chances of recovering stolen property.

Overview

  • Authorities say the break-in at Baroness Jewelers likely occurred in the early hours of Aug. 15, with deputies responding on Aug. 16.
  • Preliminary estimates indicate millions of dollars in merchandise was stolen, including items belonging to customers.
  • Investigators are asking anyone who had jewelry at Baroness for repair or resale to contact Detective Ellis at 805-681-4150.
  • The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office reports the burglary shares similarities with other recent jewelry store cases across California.
  • No arrests have been made, and detectives are coordinating with allied agencies while working to identify specific stolen pieces.