The owner of a jewelry store in California is contemplating moving his family out of Los Angeles after 30 years, following a recent burglary that has added to their growing concerns about safety. This latest incident is part of a troubling pattern of crimes that have left the family feeling vulnerable.
According to Fox 11 Los Angeles, the burglary took place in the early hours of Saturday at Nafiseh Jeweler, located on Ventura Boulevard. Surveillance footage captured a suspect entering the premises through the roof and making a swift escape in under ten minutes, carrying with him jewels valued at approximately $100,000.
“It’s time to go from LA. LA has changed,” expressed co-owner Touraj Nezafati, reflecting on the altered landscape of the city.
For the Woodland Hills jeweler, this isn’t an isolated incident. The store faced its first burglary about six months ago, and since then, the family has endured two home invasions, having been trailed from their store. These repeated violations have left them questioning the feasibility of continuing their business in Los Angeles.
Repeated burglaries have left a Woodland Hills jeweler questioning whether he can continue operating in the city. (KTTV)
The business was first burglarized six months ago, and the family has since experienced two home invasions after being followed home from the store.
“We’re even scared to go outside from the jewelry store to home,” Nezafati told Fox 11. “We’re always scared. What if we get robbed on the way? What if somebody puts a gun on our head and says, ‘Go back to the store and open the safe?’”
The outlet said the suspect covered the outside cameras and seemed to know exactly how to get in and where to look.
The store’s owner says ongoing crime may force him to leave Los Angeles following multiple break-ins. (KTTV)
“The person just hammered in. Came inside from the roof, came down, but when you come down, you see an 18-foot drop,” Nezafati explained. “He knew if he jumps down he’s going to break something. So, he crawled to the end of the store where it’s a second floor. We have two stories, and he jumped down from there.”
The suspect did not wear gloves during the burglary or conceal his face.
Footage captures the moment a burglar drops into the store from the ceiling, highlighting escalating crime concerns. (KTTV)
Nezafati said the family is now considering closing the business permanently or relocating to Orange County, citing safety concerns.
