Authorities Release Sketch of Actors Involved in Armed Robbery of Jewelry Store in Chatham Borough

Published on July 29, 2016

Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp and Chatham Borough Police Chief Philip J. Crosson, Jr. confirm that an armed robbery occurred yesterday morning at Crescent Jewelers, located at 251 Main Street in Chatham Borough, New Jersey.

On July 28, 2016 at approximately 10:54 am, law enforcement authorities received a report of an armed robbery that had occurred earlier that morning at Crescent Jewelers in Chatham Borough.

The preliminary investigation has revealed that two black males entered the store and ultimately stole an undetermined amount of jewelry. During this incident, a handgun was produced. The males then exited the store and entered a Silver or Grey Jeep that was driven by a third black male.

The following descriptions have been provided to law enforcement:

Suspect #1: Black male, wearing shorts and a red t-shirt.
Suspect #2: Black male wearing a traffic style vest.
Suspect #3: Black male, bald with a beard. (Vehicle Driver)

Through the assistance of the New Jersey State Police, two sketches have been produced depicting the actors involved in this incident. The sketches have been included in this press release.

Anyone having pertinent information involving this investigation, including the identity of the alleged suspects, is encouraged to contact the Chatham Borough Police Department at 973-635-8000, or the Morris County Prosecutor's Office Major Crimes Unit at 973-631-5398, or the Morris County Crimestoppers at 973-267-2255 or www.morriscrimestoppers.org/. Callers may remain anonymous.

This investigation remains active and ongoing, and no additional information will be released at this time.

Inquiries concerning this Media Release should be directed to Agent Paul Merkler at pmerkler@co.morris.nj.us or (973) 285-6215.