"Brave Jewelry Store Employees Battle Bear Spray-Wielding Thief in Dramatic Video"

In El Monte, Southern California, a man attempted to rob Meza's Jewelry by bear spraying employees and customers before smashing display cases. However, the employees fought back, engaging in a struggle with the suspect and chasing him down the street. The suspect fled the scene in a gray Dodge Charger, causing significant damage to the store but not taking any merchandise. This incident is part of a series of burglaries targeting retailers in the Southland, with a recent case in Pasadena involving thieves stealing over $500,000 worth of jewelry.