A wanted traveling thief was taken into custody this week on Florida’s Treasure Coast after deputies found thousands of dollars’ worth of stolen jewelry and luxury watches in his car, along with stacks of cash, authorities said.
On Monday, deputies pulled over 33-year-old Marcu Rostas after a theft at a jewelry store in Stuart the previous day, according to the Martin County Sheriff’s Office. Stuart is about 45 miles north of West Palm Beach.
Stolen jewelry, pricey Rolexes and cash
During a search of the car, deputies reportedly made an unexpected find.
The sheriff’s office posted on their Facebook page that they found more than $400,000 in stolen jewelry, including high-end watches, a $40,000 diamond ring, gold chains, gold coins and $30,000 in cash…