Chula Vista police swarmed a J.C. Penny Wednesday night after employees reported two men armed with guns and hammers robbed the jewelry department.
An employee told NBC 7 off camera that two ski mask-clad men dressed in all black rushed into the store at around 8:30 p.m.
They used their hammers to smash the glass protecting the precious jewelry, creating commotion inside the store among employees and customers. Another employee confirmed that they got away with some valuable items, but didn’t say exactly what they were or their value.
The store manager said the building was evacuated and closed down so police could investigate.
Chula Vista Police Department investigators say the suspects got away in a silver Nissan Altima that didn’t have plates.
No injuries were reported.
Anyone with who spots the suspects’ getaway car can call CVPD at (619) 691-5151.
No other information was available.
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