Arrests made after mob steals $48K of handbags in San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO CA March 20 2018 Police have arrested six suspects in connection with a snatch and grab robbery of over $48,000 worth of handbags from a store at San Francisco’s Union Square.
Three suspects are still wanted for the robbery that happened on February 6 at a high-end fashion store located in the 100 block of Geary Street, according to the San Francisco Police Department.
Within seconds of entering the store, nine suspects snatched more than 20 handbags and wallets from the display area.
An employee attempted to close the door to stop the thieves but was unsuccessful, police say.
He was rushed by the group and sustained an injury to his knee.
The assailants fled with over $48,000 worth of merchandise, police estimate.
Utilizing the store’s security surveillance system, police were able to arrest two of the wanted suspects.
Arrest warrants were obtained, which led to the arrests of four additional suspects.
The following individuals have been arrested in relation to this investigation:
Shanique Kyer, 25 years old, San Francisco resident, booked into San Francisco County Jail on felony charges of robbery, grand theft, and a misdemeanor charge of providing false identification to a police officer.
Sharome Jones, 21 years old, San Francisco resident, booked into San Francisco County Jail on felony charges of robbery and grand theft.
Joshua Washington, 18 years old, San Francisco resident, booked into San Francisco County Jail on felony charges of robbery and grand theft.
Three juveniles were also arrested for this crime, on felony charges of robbery and grand theft.
San Francisco Police investigators are still seeking outstanding suspects wanted in this crime.
One suspect has been identified as Keyonna Kyer, female, 21 years old, approximately 5’6”, 130 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.
One other suspect has not been identified.
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