Video: Man steals nearly $40K worth of merchandise from Center City jewelry store, authorities say

Authorities are searching for a man accused of stealing thousands of dollars worth of merchandise from a Center City jewelry store. 

According to police, the robbery occurred on Sunday at 6:17 a.m. when the suspect forced his way into Jade & Art Jewelry Store on Arch Street. 

Officials say the suspect used a rock to break the store's front window. 

Once inside, the suspect broke the store's display cases by kicking them with his foot, police say. 

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The store estimates a loss of about $40,000 worth of merchandise, according to police. 

Anyone with information is urged to contact Philadelphia police at 215-686-8477 or submit an anonymous tip.