Montreal Police Nab Suspects in Seniors Jewelry Theft Probe

Saturday, May 24, 2025, 12:20 pm

Montreal police have nabbed five suspects over a series of clever distraction thefts specifically targeting seniors’ jewelry. The investigation, focusing on a rather audacious scheme where thieves disguised their approach as goodwill gestures, has led to timely arrests that warn potential criminals that deceptive tactics won’t fly for long.

nationalpost.com / Montreal police arrest five in distraction jewelry theft probe targeting seniors

Police Vancouver, Calgary, Ottawa and the Toronto area have been warning citizens about the practice

cbc.ca / Montreal police make 5 arrests in distraction thefts targeting seniors, jewelry

Police say thieves allegedly used a false pretence to approach their would-be victim, like asking for directions, and then would offer a worthless necklace or ring as a token of appreciation. That's when they would allegedly steal the jewelry worn by the victim.

globalnews.ca / Montreal police arrest five in distraction theft probe targeting seniors, jewelry

Montreal police have arrested five people in connection with distraction thefts targeting seniors for their jewelry, warning the public to be cautious of strangers offering gifts.

thestar.com / Montreal police arrest five in distraction theft probe targeting seniors, jewelry

MONTREAL - Montreal police say they've arrested five people in a rash of recent distraction thefts in which seniors were targeted for their jewelry.

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