A Florida man turned heads—and stomachs—after authorities say he passed a pair of stolen diamond earrings the old-fashioned way: through his digestive system. The blingy bathroom surprise led to a dazzling arrest and a reminder that crime doesn’t pay, especially when it comes with a side of X-rays and latex gloves.

Jaythan Gilder’s Tiffany & Co. caper became instant “viral Florida crime” legend: 12 tense days, a $770,000 pair of earrings, and a hospital guard detail worthy of Ocean’s Eleven. The kicker? Gilder already had 48 warrants in Colorado—talk about prolific jewel heists.