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Manhattan Beach, CA--The Manhattan Beach Police Department has apprehended seven individuals, including two juveniles, involved in a smash-and-grab heist on Wednesday evening.

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According to a news report, this marks the second robbery at Pasha Fine Jewelry within the past year, following a midday theft in June 2022. The incident took place Wednesday evening, when several suspects entered the store around 5:50 p.m., smashing display cases with hammers and fleeing with various merchandise.

The report stated that no shots were fired, although some suspects appeared armed with handguns. The culprits escaped in getaway vehicles, driving off through an alley.

Around two hours later, police officers attempted a traffic stop on a vehicle involved in the robbery. The report noted that the driver failed to yield, leading to a pursuit that ended in Los Angeles.

Five suspects were arrested, with stolen jewelry found in the vehicle. Two juveniles were apprehended in a separate traffic stop, with more stolen items discovered in their possession.

Charges for all suspects are pending, and the investigation is ongoing.

Learn more in this report.