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In a shocking development, a group of 20 thieves used sledgehammers to rob a California Jewelry store, according to surveillance footage accessed. The group broke through the doors to PNG Jewellers in the city of Sunnyvale and smashed rows of display cases. <\/p>\n

As of now, police officials have arrested five in connection with the robbery. The criminal investigation is ongoing, and further arrests are anticipated.<\/p>\n

CCTV footage has gone viral on social media showing armed men with ‘hammers’ breaking into the jewellery shop.<\/p>\n

The authorities in California held a meeting on Friday with leaders and members of the Indian-American community in response to a series of robberies targeting Indian jewellery businesses<\/a>, promising decisive measures against the perpetrators.<\/p>\n

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A series of armed robberies targeting Indian jewellery businesses, spanning from Newark to Sunnyvale, resulted in the loss of millions of dollars in assets and created widespread panic among business owners and the local community.<\/p>\n

At least three of such high-profile robberies have happened in Sunnyvale, a city in California.

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Sunnyvale city mayor Larry Klein on Friday held a meeting with affected jewellery businesses with key city officials, including Vice Mayor Murali Srinivasan, Chief of Police Phan Ngo, Interim City Manager Tim Kirby, and the AIA leadership team.<\/p>\n

\u201cI want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to Mayor Larry Klein, Vice Mayor Murali Srinivasan, Chief of Police Phan Ngo, Interim City Manager Tim Kirby, and Connie V. for their prompt response and unwavering support during this crisis,\u201d said community leader Ajay Jain Bhutoria. \u201cTheir collaboration and dedication have been instrumental in addressing the community’s concerns and ensuring swift action,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Chief of Police Phan Ngo shared crucial safety and prevention measures with the business owners to help prevent future incidents. He also assured the community that the toughest actions will be taken against the criminals and that police patrols will be increased to enhance security.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur businesses now feel a sense of relief knowing that effective measures are being taken to protect them,\u201d Bhutoria added.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis situation has shown the strength and resilience of our community and the importance of strong leadership in times of crisis.\u201d<\/p>\n

(With inputs from PTI)
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