Portland art, jewelry shop burglarized; suspect caught on camera

Surveillance footage from nearby business helped identify the suspect who broke into the Sellwood shop and stole thousands in jewelry and vintage items.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A beloved mom-and-pop art and jewelry shop in Portland's Sellwood neighborhood was burglarized early Sunday, with thousands of dollars in jewelry and vintage items stolen. Surveillance footage from a nearby business, Sebastiano's, captured the suspect breaking a window to get inside the shop. Portland police responded later that morning, and the owners are now repairing damage, replacing pieces, and planning stronger security with help from their supportive community.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing challenge of property crime in Portland's neighborhoods, especially in areas like Sellwood that have seen an increase in small business burglaries in recent years. The community's involvement in helping identify the suspect through surveillance footage also demonstrates the importance of neighbors looking out for one another.

The details

According to the report, the suspect broke into the art and jewelry shop by shattering a window early Sunday morning. Surveillance cameras from the nearby Sebastiano's business captured footage of the break-in, which helped police identify the suspect. The owners of the burglarized shop are now working to repair the damage, replace the stolen items, and implement additional security measures with the support of their local community.

  • The burglary occurred early Sunday morning.

The players

Sebastiano's

A nearby business that provided surveillance footage that helped identify the suspect.

Portland Police

Responded to the burglary call and are investigating the incident.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in Portland.”

— Robert Jenkins, Portland resident (Portland Chronicle)

What’s next

The police investigation is ongoing, and the shop owners are working to enhance security measures to prevent future break-ins.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of community involvement and vigilance in addressing property crime in Portland neighborhoods. The collaboration between the shop owners and nearby businesses highlights the power of neighbors looking out for one another.