Five Arrested after Waldorf Astoria Watch Raid
January 27, 25
(IDEX Online) - Police have arrested five people after a smash and grab raid at a luxury watch store at the Waldorf Astoria hotel, in Beverly Hills, California, USA.
They smashed glass cases and stole valuables from the high-end Wrist Aficionado outlet, which stocks Patek Philippe, Rolex and Audemars Piguet.
A security guard was hurt in the incident but is expected to recover.
Beverly Hills Police Department (BHPD) said they chased a black Mercedes sedan, arrested five suspected raiders and recovered some stolen items.
They are still trying to locate an additional vehicle and more suspects.
"Officers responded promptly to reports of a 'smash and grab' robbery at a local hotel, during which a security guard sustained injuries," BHPD said I a statement. "The victim was treated and is expected to recover."
The suspects, all from Los Angeles have been booked on suspicion of felony robbery, burglary, organized retail theft and criminal conspiracy.
Pic shows Wrist Aficionado, Beverly Hills.