See also:
International Jewel Thieves and the F.B.I.
thesop.org
Article outlining the SATG with an interview of an F.B.I. agent. (May 20, 2007)
Art Thieves Nail California Galleries
sfgate.com
SFGate.com reprint of a San Francisco Chronicle article regarding art theft in that area suspected of being conducted by organized theft groups. (January 15, 2002)
Tales From the Cops - San Francisco, Miami, New York City
travelandleisure.com
Big-city cops see tourists get scammed everyday. Here's their advice on how not to be a chump (November 1, 1999)
Latin American Jewel Thieves Active IN U.S.
dailytimes.com.pk
General article regarding SATG, methods, and targets (May 20, 2007)
Gemstone Forecaster Crime Reports
preciousgemstones.com
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."
Asian Salespersons Targeted in California
jckonline.com
The Jewelers’ Security Alliance has issued a warning for Asian jewelry salespersons doing business in California. It appears they are being targeted by South American theft gangs. (June 11, 2008)
ABC News Online
abc.net.au
News article regarding the apprehension of four Colombian nationals with ties to crimes in Japan. They were posing as Mexicans and had Mexican passports in their possession. (June 15, 2004)
Jewelry Trade Under Seige
bizjournals.com
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. (May 19, 2000)
Federal Bureau of Investigation - Press Room - Headline Archives
fbi.gov
FBI press release providing in depth information about the South American Theft Groups and links to their respective web pages. (November 3, 2004)
- JSA Issues Warning of Increased Burglary Activity in Texas
jckonline.com
The Jewelers' Security Alliance has issued a burglary warning to jewelers in Texas. The organization says it has received 21 reports of burglaries or attempted burglaries in the state since Jan. 1, "which is over twice as many as occurred during that same time period in each of the last several years." (May 11, 2007)
Targeting International Jewel Thieves
newsblaze.com
A NewsBlaze article providing a SATG overview and the attempts of law enforcement working groups to thwart their activities. (May 19, 2007)
Colombian Gangs Targeting Coin Dealers
dallasnews.com
Specific mention of Colombian Gangs utilizing their tactics in the theft of high-end coins. (January 12, 2007)
Orange County Joins L.A. Crime Fighting Unit
professionaljeweler.com
Article published by the Professional Jeweler Magazine regarding the coordination between police forces in their fight against the South American Theft Groups. (July 28, 1999)
Interpol Arrests Jewel Thief Fugitive in Costa Rica
ticotimes.net
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. (September 8, 2005)
California 2004 Crime Report
caag.state.ca.us
California Department of Justice Annual Report to the Legislature. Report contains specific information on organized retail theft groups under "Other Organized Crimes." [PDF]
Theft Suspects Arrested; 1 Found Hiding in Creek
9news.com
Broomfield, Colorado article briefly describing capture of three SATG members linked to tens of thousands of dollars worth of recent robberies. (August 17, 2008)
- JSA Issues Warning for Traveling Salespersons in Charlotte
jckonline.com
The Jewelers Security Alliance has issued a warning for traveling salespersons doing business in Charlotte, N.C. (April 18, 2007)
Expat Jewel Thieves to Be Deported
10thnpc.org.cn
Twenty-five South American thieves convicted in China and set for deportation. (December 24, 2004)
Men Smash Car Window, Get Away With $250,000 Worth Of Jewelry
local10.com
Jeweler robbed in Ft. Lauderdale at gas station. Police continue to search for the suspects. (March 2, 2006)
South American Theft Group Intelligence Network
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.
