PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - A gold coin worth thousands of dollars was stolen from a Southeast Portland coin shop, according to the owner, who said the thieves managed to steal it while posing as customers. The theft was caught on camera, and the owner said he wants answers.

“They were really good, well planned out, they knew what they were doing, they were coming here for that,” said Michael Kakoullis.

Portland Precious Metals owner Michael Kakoullis said two women came into his store acting as customers and then stole a one-ounce maple leaf coin valued at around $3,400.

They did it by distracting an employee. As they inquired about coins, and the worker’s attention was on the merchandise they were discussing, that’s when Kakoullis alleges they made their move.

“In the meantime, she was ki

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