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Jewelry store robbery in Santa Cruz

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In Santa Cruz de la Sierra, authorities are investigating a violent armed robbery at the Imperio jewelry store in the Patio Design shopping center. During the heist on the night of October 11, masked and armed individuals reportedly fired shots and held a security guard hostage. Following police raids in the San Juan neighborhood of Villa Primero de Mayo, several suspects have been apprehended. This includes at least four individuals, and police seized two motorcycles and two helmets believed to be linked to the crime. Among those detained is a 29-year-old female employee of the jewelry store, who is being investigated for complicity. Prosecutors noted contradictions between her statements and security camera footage, which allegedly shows her assisting the robbers by placing items into their bags. Her husband has claimed she acted under ~~“extreme~~ ‘extreme duress and ~~intimidation.”~~ intimidation.’ The investigation is being led by the Departmental Prosecutor's Office, with Mabel Andrade Molina serving as the acting prosecutor. The Ministry of Government has moved operations to Santa Cruz to coordinate security efforts. Minister of Government Marco Antonio Oviedo has indicated that investigations are ongoing to identify all participants and recover the stolen jewelry and watches. The case is being prosecuted under charges including aggravated robbery, criminal organization, and illegal possession of weapons.

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