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Secret Surveillance Camera Found Outside Jeweler’s Home in NJ

JSA reports that it has been informed by California law enforcement sources of similar incidents.

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3 months ago

February 19, 2023

INSTORE Staff

Secret Surveillance Camera Found Outside Jeweler’s Home in NJ

Surveillance camera equipment was found outside a jeweler’s home in New Jersey.

Police were alerted by a jeweler of secret surveillance camera equipment and a battery pack hidden outside the home of the jeweler.

The incident took place in northern New Jersey, according to a bulletin from the Jewelers’ Security Alliance.

A review of the camera system showed two people placing the device in a bush at about 9 p.m. on Feb. 9.

“Police have said that this is consistent with other incidents involving South American Theft Group activity who are attempting to monitor the movements of jewelers in planning a crime,” according to JSA.

JSA reports that it has been informed by California law enforcement sources of similar incidents.

If you are aware of other similar incidents, contact JSA at 212-687-0328 or jsa2@jewelerssecurity.org.

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