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Thief Snags $78,000 Ring From Louisiana Jewelry Store — Watch the Security Video

He allegedly reached through the back of a display case.

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3 years ago

August 24, 2020

INSTORE Staff

A thief took a $78,000 diamond ring from William S. Nacol jewelry store in Lafayette, LA.

Security footage appears to show the crime, which occurred Saturday in the daytime, KLFY-TV reports.

The man allegedly accessed the back of a display case to get to the ring. It’s described as a 14k rose gold band with a 3.5 carat round diamond.

Police are looking for the suspect. The owners of the store are offering a $2,500 reward for information leading to an arrest.

Watch the security footage:

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