SAN JOSE, Calif. - A rally was held on Sunday to condemn a violent smash-and-grab robbery in San Jose on Friday that sent an 88-year-old jewelry store owner to the hospital.

Police said the robbery occurred just before 2:10 p.m. at Kim Hung Jewelry, located in the 1900 block of Aborn Road.

Investigators said suspects backed a car through the front of the store before "multiple suspects" — at least one armed with a gun — rushed inside, smashed display cases, grabbed jewelry and fled in several vehicles.

The Coalition for Community Engagement held a press conference outside the boarded-up storefront, calling for tougher action against organized retail crime.

The event included remarks from the victim’s family, Milpitas Mayor Carmen Montano, Cupertino Mayor Liang Chao, and San Jose City

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