Detectives Ask For Tips In Armed Robbery Investigation
- 04/06/26
Detectives are asking for the public’s help as they continue to investigate the armed robbery of a jewelry store.
Around 6:08 p.m. on Saturday, April 4, 2026, two men walked into Kay Jewelers at 9312 SW Washington Square Road wearing masks and gloves, armed with a handgun and a hammer. One of the suspects began immediately smashing a glass case while the other suspect pointed the handgun at people in the store. Several employees and customers were there, and they hid for their safety. Thankfully, shots were never fired and nobody was hurt.
The suspects quickly left with an undisclosed amount of jewelry and drove away in a black Honda Accord, heading north on Highway 217. Officers from neighboring jurisdictions began pursuing the suspects, but the driver refused to stop and continued driving into Portland. At one point, the driver hit other cars near NW 14th Avenue and West Burnside while eluding officers, causing minor property damage. The driver kept going and crossed into Vancouver, Washington. The suspects were not immediately found.
We are grateful nobody was hurt, and we understand the concern from some witnesses in the area, who initially mistook the sound of glass breaking for gunfire. We appreciate the quick response from our partners at Beaverton Police, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and the Portland Police Bureau as the suspects drove away.
While a specific suspect description is not available, the men were wearing dark clothing, masks and gloves, and were carrying a backpack, hammer and handgun. Investigators believe they would have caught the attention of other shoppers in the area, and witnesses may have captured them on cell phone or dash cam video. If you saw the suspects enter or leave the mall, or captured video that may help, please contact detectives at tips@tigard-or.gov or 503-718-COPS.
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Detectives Ask For Tips In Armed Robbery Investigation
- 04/06/26
Detectives are asking for the public’s help as they continue to investigate the armed robbery of a jewelry store.
Around 6:08 p.m. on Saturday, April 4, 2026, two men walked into Kay Jewelers at 9312 SW Washington Square Road wearing masks and gloves, armed with a handgun and a hammer. One of the suspects began immediately smashing a glass case while the other suspect pointed the handgun at people in the store. Several employees and customers were there, and they hid for their safety. Thankfully, shots were never fired and nobody was hurt.
The suspects quickly left with an undisclosed amount of jewelry and drove away in a black Honda Accord, heading north on Highway 217. Officers from neighboring jurisdictions began pursuing the suspects, but the driver refused to stop and continued driving into Portland. At one point, the driver hit other cars near NW 14th Avenue and West Burnside while eluding officers, causing minor property damage. The driver kept going and crossed into Vancouver, Washington. The suspects were not immediately found.
We are grateful nobody was hurt, and we understand the concern from some witnesses in the area, who initially mistook the sound of glass breaking for gunfire. We appreciate the quick response from our partners at Beaverton Police, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and the Portland Police Bureau as the suspects drove away.
While a specific suspect description is not available, the men were wearing dark clothing, masks and gloves, and were carrying a backpack, hammer and handgun. Investigators believe they would have caught the attention of other shoppers in the area, and witnesses may have captured them on cell phone or dash cam video. If you saw the suspects enter or leave the mall, or captured video that may help, please contact detectives at tips@tigard-or.gov or 503-718-COPS.
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