Police investigators said four male teenagers were arrested on Tuesday after they attempted to break into a family‑run jewelry store on Fleury Street in Montreal. The incident occurred just before 2 a.m. on July 6, when an SUV was driven directly into the storefront, damaging the entrance but failing to allow access to the merchandise inside.
According to the police report, the youths, whose ages range from 13 to 18, abandoned the SUV after the impact and fled the scene in a second vehicle. Officers located and detained all four suspects later that night. No jewelry or other items were reported missing, and the store’s inventory remained intact despite the damage to the building.
The family that operates the jewelry shop confirmed that the attempted robbery involved the vehicle ramming and that the perpetrators left without taking any goods. The owners expressed relief that the incident resulted in no loss of merchandise, though the storefront sustained structural damage that will require repairs.
Investigators noted that the use of a vehicle to force entry is an uncommon method for a robbery, especially involving teenagers. The police have not released details about the second vehicle used by the suspects or the exact circumstances of their capture, citing the ongoing nature of the investigation. All four individuals remain in custody pending further legal action.
The incident adds to a series of recent property crimes in the city, prompting local law enforcement to emphasize heightened patrols in commercial districts during late‑night hours. The police department reiterated its commitment to responding swiftly to such incidents and to pursuing all leads that may prevent similar attempts in the future.