Three men have been arrested in connection with a terrifying armed robbery and kidnapping at Gold Dream Fire Jewelry in Downey, California, where more than $100,000 in gold and high-end watches were stolen. The incident, which occurred on January 11, involved one suspect brandishing a firearm to control an employee while another ransacked the store, prompting a detailed investigation by local and federal authorities.
Authorities arrested Christian Javier Trujillo Culqui, Daniel Alexander Medina Mera, and Jonny Israel Marcillo Alcivar, all from Long Beach, during coordinated raids in their area. Evidence linking the suspects to the crime has been recovered, and they now face serious charges from the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office for armed robbery and kidnapping. The investigation remains ongoing, and police are encouraging anyone with additional information to come forward.
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