- Today
- Holidays
- Birthdays
- Reminders
- Cities
- Atlanta
- Austin
- Baltimore
- Berwyn
- Beverly Hills
- Birmingham
- Boston
- Brooklyn
- Buffalo
- Charlotte
- Chicago
- Cincinnati
- Cleveland
- Columbus
- Dallas
- Denver
- Detroit
- Fort Worth
- Houston
- Indianapolis
- Knoxville
- Las Vegas
- Los Angeles
- Louisville
- Madison
- Memphis
- Miami
- Milwaukee
- Minneapolis
- Nashville
- New Orleans
- New York
- Omaha
- Orlando
- Philadelphia
- Phoenix
- Pittsburgh
- Portland
- Raleigh
- Richmond
- Rutherford
- Sacramento
- Salt Lake City
- San Antonio
- San Diego
- San Francisco
- San Jose
- Seattle
- Tampa
- Tucson
- Washington
Yuba City Today
By the People, for the People
Two More Suspects Arrested in Yuba City Jewelry Store Robbery
Authorities say four suspects are now in custody for the violent daytime heist that left the store owner injured.
Published on Feb. 9, 2026
Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›
Nearly a month after a violent daytime robbery at a Yuba City jewelry store, police have arrested two more suspects, bringing the total number of people in custody to four. The Jan. 18 incident saw multiple suspects storm the store, shatter display cases, and make off with high-value gold items. The store owner was injured after being struck in the chest with a hammer, though the injuries were not life-threatening. Authorities identified the latest suspects as 24-year-old Michael Sanders and 21-year-old Kylen Byrd, who are being held in Santa Rita Jail and expected to be transferred to Sutter County to face charges.
Why it matters
Jewelry store robberies can have a significant impact on small businesses and local communities, causing financial losses, physical harm, and a sense of vulnerability. The Yuba City incident highlights the need for effective law enforcement coordination and investigation to apprehend suspects and recover stolen goods.
The details
In the immediate aftermath of the Jan. 18 robbery, police arrested one adult and one juvenile after tracking down suspects who fled the scene. Two additional suspects were believed to have escaped at the time. Continued investigative work, including coordination with Bay Area law enforcement, has now led to the arrest of Sanders and Byrd. The getaway vehicle used in the crime had previously been reported stolen out of Oakland on the same day as the robbery. Some stolen jewelry was recovered early in the investigation, but authorities say a portion of the merchandise, estimated to be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, has not been reported found yet.
- The robbery occurred on January 18, 2026 in the early afternoon.
- Police arrested one adult and one juvenile suspect immediately after the incident.
- The latest two suspects, Michael Sanders and Kylen Byrd, were arrested nearly a month later.
The players
Michael Sanders
A 24-year-old suspect arrested in connection with the Yuba City jewelry store robbery.
Kylen Byrd
A 21-year-old suspect arrested in connection with the Yuba City jewelry store robbery.
Yuba City jewelry store owner
The owner of the jewelry store who was injured during the robbery after being struck in the chest with a hammer.
What’s next
The judge will determine if Michael Sanders and Kylen Byrd will be granted bail or remain in custody as the case proceeds.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the importance of effective law enforcement coordination and investigation to apprehend suspects and recover stolen goods in the aftermath of a violent crime targeting a local business.
