A group of masked robbers snatched $170,000 worth of jewelry from a store in Madera, CA, before fleeing under a hail of bullets fired by the owner.
Wild security footage shows the five thieves smashing the glass cases at Olivia’s Fine Jewelry to swipe the jewels in what police are calling a “meticulous” plot.
Moments later, the store owner appears with a gun, firing shots at the gang and chasing them out of his shop and into the street. During the mayhem, a store clerk can be seen pushing one of the thieves back over a counter, causing his pants to fall down and exposing his underwear.
None of the thieves were apparently wounded by the barrage of bullets and escaped in a dark sedan.
Madera Police describe the robbery as sophisticated, with suspects having a clear plan and showing signs of prior experience. The investigation continues with no suspects in custody.
Catch the surveillance video on Twitter.
See the full video report on ABC Eyewitness News.
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