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Stolen Jewelry Tracking System
URL: http://www.stolenjewelry.org/
ODP description: An additional website sponsored by the Jeweler's Security Alliance where identification of stolen jewelry may be listed or recovered jewelry suspected of being stolen may be displayed for recovery. Utilized by SATG Taskforces.
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The Best Reviews: The Color of Death
URL: http://thebestreviews.com/review21854
ODP description: Book review on a novel about the jewel trade and South American Theft Group involvement.
Page title: The Best Reviews: Elizabeth Lowell, The Color of Death Review
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Gem Fingerprinting Technique Designed to Foil Thieves
URL: http://www.impactlab.com/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=2855
ODP description: Article discussing the infared technology to mark gems making them identifiable.
Page title: Impact Lab - Gem Fingerprinting Technique Designed to Foil Thieves
Page description: News from the Future
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Federal Bureau of Investigation - SATG
URL: http://www.fbi.gov/hq/cid/jag/crimegroup.htm
ODP description: Area of FBI site dedicated to Jewelry and Gem Crime Groups with a focus on the SATG. Provides intra-site links for additional information.
Page title: Federal Bureau of Investigation - Jewelry and Gem Program
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California 2004 Crime Report
URL: http://caag.state.ca.us/publications/org_crime2004.pdf
ODP description: California Department of Justice Annual Report to the Legislature. Report contains specific information on organized retail theft groups under "Other Organized Crimes."
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South American Theft Group Intelligence Network
URL: http://www.satgin.org
ODP description: 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.
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Gemstone Forecaster Crime Reports
URL: http://www.preciousgemstones.com/gfsum98two.html
ODP description: 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."
Page title: Gemstone Forecaster Vol. 16, No. 2, Part Two
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Shoplifting International
URL: http://www.prnewswire.com/cgi-bin/stories.pl?ACCT=104&STORY=/www/story/85746&EDATE=
ODP description: PR Newswire article regarding thieves from various South American Countries and their impact on the retail industry. (Scroll down to "Emporium").
Page title: Investor Features Syndicate
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Targeting International Jewel Thieves
URL: http://newsblaze.com/story/20070519063503leon.nb/newsblaze/TOPSTORY/Top-Stories.html
ODP description: NewsBlaze article regarding the SATG jewel crews, including proactive measures by law enforcement.
Page description: These criminals strike swiftly. They're usually armed and not afraid to shoot. Their favorite targets are jewelry stores and their couriers.
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Jewelers Security Alliance Most Wanted
URL: http://www.jewelerssecurity.org/wanted_bulletins/wanted.html
ODP description: JSA's Most Wanted lists criminals of all sorts, including those identified as members of the South American Theft Groups.
Page title: JSA List of 12 Most Wanted Criminals
Page description: Jewelers' Security Alliance (JSA) is a non-profit trade association with 20,000 members that has been providing crime information and assistance to the jewelry industry and law enforcement since 1883.
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Taking a Bead on an International Ring of Jewel Thieves
URL: http://nyjtimes.com/Stories/2004/ProtectingOurNationalTreasures.htm
ODP description: New York Jewish Times article on specific robberies with reference to the respective FBI web pages.
Page title: Protecting Our National "Treasures": Taking a Bead on an International Ring of Jewel Thieves
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Media publications
- ABC News Online - 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. (Published 2004.06.15)
- Art Thieves Nail California Galleries - SFGate.com reprint of a San Francisco Chronicle article regarding art theft in that area suspected of being conducted by organized theft groups. (Published 2002.01.15)
- Asian Salespersons Targeted in California - 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. (Published 2008.06.11)
- Brothers Don't Fall for Bogus Promise of Buried Treasure - Article from Gainesville.com reference a confidence scam utilized by the SATG that backfired on them. (Published 2005.11.16)
- Canyon News Reports Beverly Hills Under Siege from Theft Gangs - Article reporting numerous thefts worth tens of millions conducted by numerous theft gangs, including the Colombians, around the posh areas of Los Angeles. (Published 2007.08.31)
- Colombian Gangs Targeting Coin Dealers - Specific mention of Colombian Gangs utilizing their tactics in the theft og high-end coins. (Published 2007.01.12)
- Expat Jewel Thieves to Be Deported - Twenty-five South American thieves convicted in China and set for deportation. (Published 2004.12.24)
- FBI Creates Task Force in Southeast - A JCK Magazine article on how FBI task force to combat South American jewelry theft gangs in the southeastern United States has been established in Miami. (Published 2002.07.01)
- Federal Bureau of Investigation - Press Room - Headline Archives - FBI press release providing in depth information about the South American Theft Groups and links to their respective web pages. (Published 2004.11.03)
- Fort Lauderdale Police Press Releases - Short police article entailing a robbery of $225,000 dollars worth of jewelry from two jewelers. Found under "Jewelry Robbery." (Published 2004.03.31)
- International Jewel Thieves and the F.B.I. - Article outlining the SATG with an interview of an F.B.I. agent. (Published 2007.05.20)
- Interpol Arrests Jewel Thief Fugitive in Costa Rica - 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. (Published 2005.09.08)
- Jewelry Robberies Linked to South American Crime Syndicate - Web article on the eighth jewel heist in the Houston area though to be executued by a SATG crew. (Published 2008.05.02)
- Jewelry Trade Under Seige - 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. (Published 2000.05.19)
- JSA Issues Warning for Traveling Salespersons in Charlotte - The Jewelers Security Alliance has issued a warning for traveling salespersons doing business in Charlotte, N.C. (Published 2007.04.18)
- JSA Issues Warning of Increased Burglary Activity in Texas - 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." (Published 2007.05.11)
- Latin American Jewel Thieves Active IN U.S. - General article regarding SATG, methods, and targets (Published 2007.05.20)
- Law Enforcement Training in Theft and Stolen Property - Training course designed to provide detectives with knowledge and skills to conduct successful burglary, theft and RSP investigations. Includes Detective Mike Woodings as trainer for South American Theft Groups. (Published 2006.03.07)
- Men Smash Car Window, Get Away With $250,000 Worth Of Jewelry - Jeweler robbed in Ft. Lauderdale at gas station. Police continue to search for the suspects. (Published 2006.03.02)
- Orange County Joins L.A. Crime Fighting Unit - Article published by the Professional Jeweler Magazine regarding the coordination between police forces in their fight against the South American Theft Groups. (Published 1999.07.28)
- South American Theft Group Convicted in Shanghai - Short article regarding the arrest and conviction of a jewel gang in China. (Published 2004.12.25)
- South American Trio Held After Jewelry Thefts in Malaysia - A group was arrested in Malaysia after they conducted a second burglary of jewelry at an international fair. (Published 2005.10.04)
- Tales From the Cops - San Francisco, Miami, New York City - Big-city cops see tourists get scammed everyday. Here's their advice on how not to be a chump (Published 1999.11.01)
- Targeting International Jewel Thieves - Specific information with regard to the international capabilities of the SATG. (Published 2007.05.19)
- The Miami Heist - A Balckwater USA Newsletter article questioning the commando-like skills and precision of the South American Theft Groups and their attack on jewelers in Miami. (Published 2004.08.09)
- Theft Ring Operating at O'Hare Airport - A traveler alert with in depth information on how the SATG operate at airports. (Published 1997.08.16)
- Three Colombian Men Nabbed for Theft at Changi Airport - Three members of the SATG arrested prior to boarding a flight to Hong Kong in possession of stolen jewelry. (Published 2006.02.19)
- Total Losses from Jewelry-Related Crime in the U.S. Down 12% - Article from Israeli publication citing figures from the Jewelers Security Alliance with regard to jewelry crimes (Published 2008.04.17)
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