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Gemstone Forecaster Crime Reports - http://www.preciousgemstones.com/gfsum98two.html
Information regarding criminal links between the Chicago Police Department and the South American Theft Groups, as well as the arrest of many South American Theft Group members in Los Angeles. Reports are found under "Gem Tidbits." |
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Targeting International Jewel Thieves - http://newsblaze.com/story/20070519063503leon.nb/newsblaze/TOPSTORY/Top-Stories.html
NewsBlaze article regarding the SATG jewel crews, including proactive measures by law enforcement. |
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Targeting International Jewel Thieves - http://newsblaze.com/story/20070519063503leon.nb/topstory.html
A NewsBlaze article providing a SATG overview and the attempts of law enforcement working groups to thwart their activities. |
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Law Enforcement Training in Theft and Stolen Property - http://www.sdrtc.com/post_courses/postici_burglary.htm
Training course designed to provide detectives with knowledge and skills to conduct successful burglary, theft and RSP investigations. Includes Detective Mike Woodings as trainer for South American Theft Groups. |
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South American Theft Group Intelligence Network - http://www.satgin.org
Non-profit organization focused on increased awareness of the SATG as well as training on prevention, response, investigation, and prosecution. Collaborates with law enforcement for intelligence sharing. |
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Violent Jewelry Thieves Prowl South Florida - http://www.miaminewtimes.com/2008-08-28/news/violent-jewelry-thieves-prowl-south-florida/
A comprehensive Miami New Times article addressing the SATG, their tactics and escalation in their violent attacks on jewelers. |
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Interpol Arrests Jewel Thief Fugitive in Costa Rica - http://www.ticotimes.net/dailyarchive/2005_09/daily_09_08_05.htm#story3
A Colombian man, a known member of the South American Theft Groups, was arrested in September 2005 and faces extradition to France where he is wanted in connection with several robberies. |
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The Best Reviews: The Color of Death - http://thebestreviews.com/review21854
Book review on a novel about the jewel trade and South American Theft Group involvement. |
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Jewelry Robberies Linked to South American Crime Syndicate - http://www.khou.com/topstories/stories/khou080501_tj_jewelrobberies.bc5323be.html
Web article on the eighth jewel heist in the Houston area though to be executed by a SATG crew. |
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Colombian Gangs Targeting Coin Dealers - http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/news/localnews/stories/DN-coinsecurity_12met.ART0.North.Edition1.3d84f87.html
Specific mention of Colombian Gangs utilizing their tactics in the theft of high-end coins. |
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Theft Ring Operating at O'Hare Airport - http://www.emergency.com/thftohar.htm
A traveler alert with in depth information on how the SATG operate at airports. |
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Men Smash Car Window, Get Away With $250,000 Worth Of Jewelry - http://www.local10.com/news/7609867/detail.html
Jeweler robbed in Ft. Lauderdale at gas station. Police continue to search for the suspects. |
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Fort Lauderdale Police Press Releases - http://ci.ftlaud.fl.us/police/relmar04.html
Short police article entailing a robbery of $225,000 dollars worth of jewelry from two jewelers. Found under "Jewelry Robbery." |
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Jewelry Trade Under Seige - http://www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/stories/2000/05/22/story3.html
San Francisco Business Times article on South American Theft Groups, their modus operandi, and an interview with Los Angeles Police Detective Mike Woodings who leads a taskforce and is considered a top authority. |
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Tales From the Cops - San Francisco, Miami, New York City - http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/tales-from-the-cops
Big-city cops see tourists get scammed everyday. Here's their advice on how not to be a chump |