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'Bored' husband steals P2.5-M jewelry in Manila

Published Apr 7, 2026 09:33 am
Authorities recovered all stolen items, including Louis Vuitton and Dior necklaces, rings, bracelets, pendants, and a silver coin, with a total estimated value of P2.578 million, after arresting suspect Rodolfo Jr. Dela Cruz. (Photo courtesy of Manila Police District)
Authorities recovered all stolen items, including Louis Vuitton and Dior necklaces, rings, bracelets, pendants, and a silver coin, with a total estimated value of P2.578 million, after arresting suspect Rodolfo Jr. Dela Cruz. (Photo courtesy of Manila Police District)
A man, allegedly bored after a dispute with his live-in partner, broke into a businesswoman’s home, stealing luxury jewelry worth P2.578 million. He was caught by police later.

The Manila Police District (MPD) identified the suspect as Rodolfo dela Cruz Jr., 32, who allegedly climbed over the perimeter wall of a house located on M. Natividad Street in Barangay  320, Sta. Cruz. He reportedly dodged barbed wire and smashed the padlock of a fire escape window at around 12:16 a.m. on April 4.

CCTV footage showed a masked figure moving carefully through the third-floor bedroom, removing necklaces, rings, pendants, bracelets, and cuff links from brands including Louis Vuitton and Dior.

The homeowner discovered the alert from her CCTV system while abroad and immediately instructed her housemaid to inspect the property.

Barangay officials were then notified, and a complaint was filed with MPD Sta. Cruz Police Station, Alvarez Police Community Precinct.

Police conducted backtracking operations using CCTV footage, which led to the arrest of Dela Cruz at about 7:30 p.m. at the corner of Sunflower St. and Tagumpay St., Tondo.

All stolen items, including necklaces, rings, bracelets, and even a silver coin, were recovered.
Among the recovered pieces were a Louis Vuitton Gold and Black Dragon Ring (P360,000), a Louis Vuitton Padlock Gold Necklace (P180,000), and a Dior Bumble Bee Gold Necklace (P75,000), totaling more than P2 million.
Police said the suspect reportedly admitted he acted out of boredom following a domestic dispute, a motive that shocked both the homeowner and law enforcement.
The case is now being prepared for presentation to the Inquest Prosecutor under Article 299 of the Revised Penal Code (Robbery in an Inhabited House).

Police credited the quick detection by CCTV and coordinated follow-up operations for the swift recovery of all stolen items, preventing them from being sold or fenced.

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