Monday, June 9, 2025

$1.3M Jewelry Heist Strikes Illinois Luxury Store

In a meticulously executed overnight heist, Rick Kleinvehn Diamond Brokers in South Barrington, Illinois, suffered the loss of over $1.3 million in fine jewelry.

Thieves spent nearly five hours cutting through a steel safe using a wet saw, flooding the interior with slurry to breach the vault containing approximately 1,000 pieces—nearly 90% of the store’s collection.

The stolen inventory, rich in craftsmanship and valuable materials, underscores the vulnerability of high-end jewelry retailers.

Authorities, including the FBI, are investigating, while the store offers a $75,000 combined reward for information and recovery, emphasizing the significance of preserving jewelry heritage amid rising security challenges.

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