Police are searching for the suspect who made off with thousands during a smash and grab at Roosevelt Field Mall.
Police say the incident happened around 11:37 a.m. on Wednesday.
He then struck the glass countertop with a pipe and reached into the display case, removing three diamond necklaces worth approximately $30,000 before fleeing the store.
A spokesperson for the mall’s operator, Simon Property Group, says it has a commitment to security.
Safety measures include 24/7 trained security personnel, a K-9 handler and a police substation.
Detectives request anyone with information on the latest incident to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS.