Three people are targeting unsuspecting residents with gifts only to steal their jewelry.
Residents are being asked to be aware of jewelry thefts going around Kingston.
Police investigators say someone was approached by three people in a white-coloured vehicle in the area of Henderson Blvd and Renda St last Thursday afternoon around the Noon hour.
They say the person was asked for directions then a man exited the vehicle and placed a gold chain around the victim’s neck. The driver stated this was something done in their culture as a thank you.
The victim was also given a bag of gold jewelry by a female seated in the rear passenger seat of the vehicle.
After the vehicle had left, the victim then realized the two gold necklaces they had wearing around their neck was gone as jewelry was swapped during the interaction.
The suspects are described as having a dark complexion possibly of East Indian descent.
Investigators are advising residents to keep valuables covered, to maintain strict personal boundaries, and
Anyone with information is asked to contact Kingston Police at 613-549-4660 ext 0.
Story by Ken Hashizume
Snowbirds set to give Kingston one more spectacular look at the iconic Tutor jets
Police using coordinated approach to address open-air drug use in Kingston
This Canadian program is helping more girls see themselves in tech
Kingston children of all abilities now have new place to play
Bobs Lake marine patrol leads to two impaired operation charges
