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Investigators seeking public’s help in theft of jewelry
 The thief s described as a white male, approximately 18-25 years old, 5’7” to 5’11” weighing between 150-180 lbs. He had brown hair with a military-style haircut. He wore a bright yellow polo shirt with stripes, dark jeans and dark shoes. REWARD OFFERED. By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Wednesday, April 7th, 2010
 Ventura County Sheriff's Department The thief knew exactly what he was doing when he entered the Ben Bridge Jewelry store in the Oaks Mall. He sat down next to the Rolex display and waited patiently for an employee to help him. The man already wore what appeared to be a Rolex watch on his wrist. When an employee offered to help him, the man asked to see a similar watch from inside the display case. The employee put the watch on a pad for the man to examine it. The man removed his own watch and placed it next to the new one. In an instant, the man was gone, along with both of the watches. The man sprinted toward the nearby exit as employees chased him. The thief made his escape, and has not yet been identified. He is described as a white male, approximately 18-25 years old, 5’7” to 5’11” weighing between 150-180 lbs. He had brown hair with a military-style haircut. He wore a bright yellow polo shirt with stripes, dark jeans and dark shoes. Ventura County Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 reward for information, which leads to the arrest and criminal complaint against the person(s) responsible for this crime. The caller may remain anonymous. The call is not recorded. Call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477). Location: Ben Bridge Jewelers 450 W. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, Ca. Officer Preparing Release: Detective Eric Buschow |
