SNAFU with Ed Helms S2E4: The Heist of the Century
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Jul 24, 2024 Keith Forsyth and Sarah Schumer, key figures in the Citizens Commission to Investigate the FBI, share their gripping first-hand accounts of the notorious Media, Pennsylvania burglary. They dive into the meticulous planning behind the heist, which cleverly coincided with a major boxing match. Forsyth discusses the pressure and challenges of lockpicking, while Schumer reveals the emotional stakes faced by the team. Amidst the tension, they recount the unexpected chaos that unfolded, illustrating the intertwining of activism and the cultural climate of 1971.
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Lock Challenge Sparks Doubt
- Keith Forsyth faced an unexpected second lock on the FBI office door, which he couldn't pick with his current tools.
- He initially thought they might have been betrayed or trapped, causing serious worry but ultimately led them to rethink their entry plan.
Breaking Through with Perseverance
- Keith used a pry bar and the noise of a crowd to break a deadbolt and then struggled to move a huge filing cabinet blocking the door.
- His dedicated effort, lying on the hallway floor and levering slowly, finally allowed him to enter the FBI office.
Inside Crew Sweeps Files
- The inside crew, dressed to blend in, entered the FBI office carrying suitcases to fill with confidential files.
- They worked quickly and silently, searching through desks and forcing open drawers to gather as many files as possible.
