Jun 6, 09:45 AM

Michael Kelly Arrested in Clearwater for Stealing 36 Watches Worth $650,000 From Gold & Diamond Source Since 2021

Michael Kelly, a 32-year-old former employee of Gold & Diamond Source in Clearwater, Florida, was arrested on charges of scheme to defraud after stealing 36 high-end watches valued at over $650,000 from his employer. The investigation, which began in mid-May 2025, revealed that the thefts occurred over a period starting in October 2021. The employer suffered a financial loss exceeding $650,000 due to the stolen watches. This case highlights ongoing concerns about employee theft in the luxury retail sector.

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Sources

ABC Action News@abcactionnews
1 year ago
Detectives said their investigation began in mid-May after they received a report that an employee at Gold & Diamond Source had stolen several watches from the company starting in October 2021. https://t.co/tonq6PJnMu
Miami Herald@MiamiHerald
1 year ago
Jewelry salesman steals $650,000 worth of watches from his employer, FL cops say https://t.co/MVbIDQUSdp
The Palm Beach Post@pbpost
1 year ago
Palm Beach Police: Couple pawned $80K worth of jewelry stolen from condo https://t.co/3Y3c6MnVvP

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