2022: Sydney jeweller Michel Germani accused of staging $2.8m robbery, recruiting fake robbers; Germani, wife, and four others charged.

Sydney jeweller Michel Germani, owner of Germani Jewellery, is accused of staging a $2.8m robbery at his store in 2022, with police alleging he was financially troubled and recruited two fake robbers. Charges include aggravated robbery, depriving a person of liberty, and attempting to deceive. Germani's wife is also involved, facing charges for perverting the course of justice. Four others have been charged for their alleged roles.