San Ramon’s sense of security was rattled following a high-stakes robbery at Heller Jewelers, where a coordinated group of suspects initiated an armed theft that escalated into a multi-county pursuit. According to a report by Hoodline, the culprits, masked and numbered at approximately twenty, executed the heist at 1:50 PM. Their orchestrated attack left shattered cases and a vacant showroom as they made off with armfuls of merchandise.
These events precipitated a police chase that San Ramon Police had to abort for the safety of the public. However, using air support, they could maintain visual contact with the suspects. The aftermath of the pursuit resulted in multiple detainments, with individuals now facing the consequences of their alleged participation in crime. The Contra Costa District Attorney has announced felony charges, according to information from the Contra Costa County official site.
As the Contra Costa District Attorney’s Office names three suspects, details emerge on the seriousness of the offenses. Michael Lamont Ray, Jr., Ira Raheem Austin, and Jimmy Mack Ray are charged. Each faces multiple counts of second-degree robbery and a count of conspiracy to commit a crime. Additionally, they’re subject to enhancements due to the value of the stolen property, as detailed in charges by Contra Costa DA Diana Becton…