Man Charged in $70K Jewelry Heist at Greece Ridge Mall

Surveillance video helped police identify and arrest the 26-year-old suspect.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 8:26pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of the shattered glass of a jewelry display case, capturing the stark, gritty aftermath of a theft in dramatic lighting.A recent wave of brazen retail thefts at local malls has exposed vulnerabilities in security and the need for tighter coordination between law enforcement.Rochester Today

A 26-year-old Rochester man named Victor Maisonet has been charged with burglary, grand larceny, and criminal mischief after allegedly stealing around $70,000 worth of jewelry from a kiosk at Greece Ridge Mall in Greece, New York. Police say Maisonet entered the mall through an employee corridor, tried unsuccessfully to get jewelry from behind the counter, then used a tool to smash a display case and steal multiple gold necklaces. Surveillance footage helped police identify Maisonet, who was later detained by Irondequoit police after trying to sell the stolen jewelry at a pawn shop.

Why it matters

Retail theft and property crimes at shopping malls have been an ongoing challenge for law enforcement, with perpetrators often targeting high-value merchandise. This incident highlights the importance of mall security, surveillance systems, and coordination between police departments to apprehend suspects and recover stolen goods.

The details

According to the Greece Police Department, on April 4 around 8:15 a.m., officers responded to a report of a robbery at the Monarch Jewelers kiosk inside Greece Ridge Mall. Investigators say Maisonet entered the mall through an employee corridor while most stores were still closed, and attempted to take jewelry from behind the counter. When that failed, he used a tool to smash a glass display case and stole multiple gold necklaces valued at around $70,000. Surveillance video later showed Maisonet leaving the mall in a Nissan Altima, which helped police identify him as the suspect. On Tuesday, Irondequoit police officers detained Maisonet after a pawn shop owner reported he was trying to sell the stolen jewelry. Greece police then took Maisonet into custody, and recovered the stolen jewelry, cash, and other items from his vehicle.

  • On April 4 around 8:15 a.m., officers responded to the reported robbery at Greece Ridge Mall.
  • On Tuesday, Irondequoit police detained Maisonet after a pawn shop owner reported he was trying to sell the stolen jewelry.

The players

Victor Maisonet

A 26-year-old Rochester man who has been charged with burglary, grand larceny, and criminal mischief for allegedly stealing around $70,000 worth of jewelry from a kiosk at Greece Ridge Mall.

Greece Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the reported robbery at Greece Ridge Mall, identified Maisonet as the suspect, and took him into custody after he was detained by Irondequoit police.

Irondequoit Police

The police department that detained Maisonet after a pawn shop owner reported he was trying to sell the stolen jewelry, before Greece police took him into custody.

Monarch Jewelers

The jewelry kiosk inside Greece Ridge Mall that was targeted in the $70,000 theft.

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What’s next

Maisonet was transported to the Monroe County Jail for arraignment following his arrest.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of robust mall security measures, effective surveillance systems, and strong coordination between local police departments to apprehend suspects and recover stolen goods in retail theft cases.