Arrest of Cuban Nationals in Miami Beach Linked to Multimillion-Dollar Jewelry Heist in Tennessee

On By Karl

A Cuban couple suspected of a daring armed robbery that resulted in the theft of nearly two million dollars worth of jewelry and gold from a store in Nashville, Tennessee, was arrested at a Miami Beach hotel over the weekend. Police identified the suspects as follows: Milleni Garcia38 and Orlando Valdés Hernández34 years old, both of Quail Roost Drive in the unincorporated area of ​​South Miami Heights, Miami-Dade County.

Details of the Nashville Robbery

According to law enforcement, on Oct. 23, García and Valdés Hernández entered Dubai Jewelry, located in the southeast Nashville mall. Initially posing as customers, they suddenly brandished firearms and threatened staff before seizing a significant amount of gold and other valuables. With the help of an unidentified accomplice, the duo managed to steal goods worth $1.7 million.

According to local media reports, the thieves used pepper spray during the brazen robbery and forced the employees into a back room before escaping.

Quick Arrest in Miami Beach

On October 27, just four days after the robbery, officers arrested the Cuban couple at the scene. Grand Beach HotelA four-star property located at 4835 Collins Avenue in Mid-Beach. The operation resulted in the seizure of jewelry, cash and a blonde wig, WKRN reported.

Authorities confirmed that this successful arrest was the result of “extensive investigation and collaborative efforts” between Miami Beach police and the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department.

Legal Proceedings and Ongoing Investigation

As of Monday morning, García and Valdés Hernández were detained in prison. Turner Guilford Knight Prison (TGK) is awaiting extradition to Tennessee. While Valdés Hernández faces charges including armed kidnapping and grand larceny, Judge Mindy S. Glazer denied him bail. García is charged with facilitating burglary, burglary by force and aggravated kidnapping with a weapon.

“We successfully removed two very dangerous individuals from our streets; our undercover officers located and arrested them,” said Miami Beach police spokesman Christopher Bess.

The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department is actively searching for the third suspect, who remains at large. Authorities ask anyone with information about the case to contact Nashville Crime Stoppers at 615-742-7463.