St. Augustine Man Arrested After Allegedly Stealing Rolex, Rare Coins, and $10,000 from Couple's Safe

A St. Augustine man is facing serious charges after allegedly stealing a Rolex watch, rare coins, and $10,000 in cash from a home safe while a couple slept nearby, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

🔐 Bold Theft While Victims Slept

Investigators say the suspect gained access to the safe by using insider information provided by a mover. The break-in occurred while the homeowners were asleep, and the suspect is accused of making off with several valuable items, including:

• A Rolex watch
• A collection of rare coins
• Approximately $10,000 in cash

The theft was reported promptly, triggering an investigation that quickly identified the suspect.

👮 Arrest and Charges

The man, whose identity has not yet been publicly released, was arrested and charged with multiple felonies. The case remains under investigation, and authorities have not confirmed whether all stolen items have been recovered.

⚠️ Sheriff's Office Issues Reminder

The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents to take extra precautions when using moving or delivery services. Homeowners are advised to:

• Keep safes locked and out of sight
• Limit knowledge of safe locations
• Monitor access when outside help is present