The Brief

Seattle police are investigating a $2 million jewelry heist at Menashe & Sons Jewelers during lunchtime.

Thieves smashed an exterior door, prompting employees to flee to a nearby gym for safety.

It's unclear if this theft is linked to other recent crimes in the area, including a nearby smoke shop break-in.

WEST SEATTLE - Seattle police continue to investigate a $2 million jewelry heist in broad daylight.

What they're saying:

Matthew Strommen was working next door during the brazen lunchtime heist at Menashe & Sons Jewelers.

"They came in telling us to call 911," said Strommen, manager of Industrious Gym. "I was about to start a class. We were like gearing up, ready to go, and then people come in yelling."

Police say thieves smashed into an exterior door first, while S

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