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Auburn Hills police searching for 2 in smash-and-grab at Great Lakes Crossing jewelry store
By Jenny Marchi at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· July 14, 2026
· 1 min read
Two men used hammers to smash displays and steal jewelry from a diamond store inside Great Lakes Crossing, now police want help finding them.Auburn Hills Police were dispatched Helzberg Diamond Outlet store inside the mall for a smash-and-grab at around 7:30 p.m. on July 13.Allegedly after steali...
Key takeaway Auburn Hills Police were dispatched Helzberg Diamond Outlet store inside the mall for a smash-and-grab at around 7:30 p.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The smash-and-grab at the Helzberg Diamond Outlet store inside Great Lakes Crossing raises concerns about the safety and security of retail establishments in the area. Given the brazen nature of the crime, which occurred at 7:30 p.m. on a weekday, it's clear that the suspects were confident in their ability to carry out the theft and escape without being caught. The fact that they fled on foot and exited the mall through a specific entry point suggests they may have had some knowledge of the mall's layout. As Auburn Hills Police work to identify the suspects, local businesses and residents will be watching to see how the investigation unfolds and what measures are taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. The police department's request for information from potential witnesses highlights the importance of community involvement in helping to solve crimes and keep the area safe.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Two men used hammers to smash displays and steal jewelry from a diamond store inside Great Lakes Crossing, now police want help finding them.Auburn Hills Police were dispatched Helzberg Diamond Outlet store inside the mall for a smash-and-grab at around 7:30 p.m. on July 13.Allegedly after steali...
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