YONKERS, NY – Yonkers Police Department today half an ounce they are searching for a group of individuals who targeted a jewelry store on Central Avenue for a smash-and-grab that took place yesterday.
According to police, an alleged group of smash and grab thieves targeted a jewelry store on Central Avenue in Yonkers earlier in the day.
“[This] group may be connected to a similar incident in a jurisdiction north of Yonkers,” police said in a statement today. “A Westchester County Police unit observed two suspect vehicles in the area of Central Park Avenue and Mile Square Road and attempted to stop the same – the vehicles fled: one crashed on Staunton Street.”
Officers reported the three suspects bailed on Staunton Street.
One person of interest was taken into custody. A search for the other two suspects is on-going. The second vehicle that fled was apprehended in another jurisdiction with additional arrests.
“Investigators from multiple agencies are collaborating to identify any outstanding perpetrators and bring appropriate charges,” the department said. “There are no threats to community safety at this time, however residents are reminded to report any suspicious activity by calling 911. “