Viral video of teen's arrest tied to Anaheim jewelry store robbery, police say

Undercover officers tracked down final suspect in smash-and-grab case

Published on Feb. 3, 2026

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Anaheim police say a viral video showing officers arresting a 17-year-old in Lynwood is connected to a violent jewelry store robbery that occurred last month in Anaheim Hills. The teen was the final outstanding suspect in the case, which involved a group of eight suspects who smashed their way into the store, stole an estimated $750,000 in custom jewelry, and fled the scene, leading to a chaotic chase and crashes.

Why it matters

The viral video sparked widespread claims on social media that federal immigration agents were involved, but police have clarified that the officers were undercover Anaheim police arresting a wanted suspect. This case highlights the challenges law enforcement can face in high-profile incidents, as well as the importance of clear communication to avoid misinformation.

The details

According to Anaheim police, the 17-year-old suspect was attempting to carjack a vehicle when undercover officers took him into custody in Lynwood. The confrontation was captured on video, leading witnesses to believe federal agents were involved. However, police say the teen was the final outstanding suspect in the violent jewelry store robbery that occurred in Anaheim Hills last month. The group of eight suspects was caught on camera smashing an SUV through the front of the store, stealing an estimated $750,000 in custom jewelry, and the owner's firearm. The suspects fled the scene, leading to a chase and crashes in Fullerton, where seven of the eight suspects were arrested. Undercover officers then tracked down the final suspect in Lynwood.

  • The jewelry store robbery occurred last month in Anaheim Hills.
  • The final suspect was arrested on Friday in Lynwood.

The players

Anaheim Police Department

The law enforcement agency that investigated the jewelry store robbery and apprehended the suspects, including the 17-year-old whose arrest was captured in the viral video.

Ramzy Tabello

The owner of Classic Jewelers, the store that was targeted in the smash-and-grab robbery.

Sgt. Eric Anderson

An Anaheim police officer who commented on the outstanding police work that led to the arrests in the case.

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What they’re saying

“This is not the first time doing it, by the looks of the video I've seen. This is someone who had a plan and attempted that plan, but the outstanding police work of the Anaheim Police Department was not going to let that plan go through.”

— Sgt. Eric Anderson, Anaheim Police Department (abc7.com)

“I said, 'I have a gun. Get out. I have a gun.' They saw my gun on the counter, and they grabbed it.”

— Ramzy Tabello, Owner, Classic Jewelers (abc7.com)

What’s next

The 17-year-old suspect will face charges related to the jewelry store robbery and the attempted carjacking incident in Lynwood.

The takeaway

This case highlights the challenges law enforcement can face in high-profile incidents, as well as the importance of clear communication to avoid misinformation. The Anaheim Police Department's diligent investigation and apprehension of the suspects, including the final outstanding suspect, demonstrates their commitment to public safety and holding criminals accountable.