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$3.2 Million Safe Stolen in Jamaica Hills Heist

10/31/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Three men stole a safe and jewelry worth $3.2 million from a Jamaica Hills, Queens home on October 16, entering through a rear door at 2:20 p.m., while no one was home and no injuries were reported.
Two wore construction worker disguises.
The third acted as the getaway driver.
Police urge anyone with information to contact NYPD's Crime Stoppers.
Zohran Mamdani, a Queens mayoral candidate, rallies with prominent Democrats.

History

Historical Context

The infamous Pink Panthers gang gained notoriety in 2003 after stealing £25 million worth of diamonds from Graff Diamonds in London. This followed earlier heists, including a £23 million theft in 2002. Over six years, the gang executed 120 robberies across 20 countries, highlighting persistent challenges for law enforcement in tackling organized crime and prompting increased security measures.

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Story summary

Three men stole a safe and jewelry worth $3.2 million from a Jamaica Hills, Queens home on October 16, entering through a rear door at 2:20 p.m., while no one was home and no injuries were reported.
Two wore construction worker disguises.
The third acted as the getaway driver.
Police urge anyone with information to contact NYPD's Crime Stoppers.
Zohran Mamdani, a Queens mayoral candidate, rallies with prominent Democrats.

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