n the victim's stolen watch, which Smith had shipped to a jeweler out of state.

 He actually shipped it out of state to a jeweler,  Wengrowski said.

Taylor police say they are now investigating whether Smith is connected to a broader pattern of armed robberies targeting dancers at two Detroit gentlemen's clubs. Investigators say the suspect would watch dancers leave, follow them home and then rob them at gunpoint.

Smith is being investigated in connection with at least 3 armed robberies across Metro Detroit, including incidents in Detroit, Melvindale and Farmington Hills. Police say he could be responsible for as many as 20 cases fitting this pattern, going back as far as December of last year.

 We do believe there are other victims out there and if there are, please contact us, we are definitely here to help you,  Wengrowski said.

Smith appeared in court Friday for his arraignment. He is facing one count of armed robbery, along with larceny, receiving and concealing stolen property and four counts of felony firearm. A judge set his bond at $300,000. His next court date is Oct. 5.

7 News Detroit called one of the clubs that police say Smith was targeting. A manager told 7 News Detroit the owner would call back.

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