Scammers posing as bank staff accused of $1.5M jewelry, precious metals theft in Treasure Island
Authorities say suspects posing as bank employees persuaded a resident to place jewels and precious metals in a safe, then stole them; the Treasure Island Police Department opened the investigation in February.
TREASURE ISLAND, FL — A pair of alleged scammers is accused of stealing $1.5 million in jewels and precious metals as part of an elaborate scheme. According to the Treasure Island Police Department, the investigation began in February after a resident reported the items being stolen.