Stuff They Don't Want You To Know CLASSIC: Conspiracies and Crime: The World's Biggest Heists
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Jan 6, 2025 Dive into the thrilling world of heists and crime! Explore notorious robberies, from cheddar thefts to the infamous Dunbar Armored Robbery, uncovering the psychological motivations and meticulous planning involved. Delve into the dynamics of fictional heist narratives compared to real-life statistics, revealing the gritty realities of criminal endeavors. Discover audacious crimes like the Great Beirut Heist, intertwined with political turmoil, and learn about the masterminds whose ambition led them to fame—or downfall!
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Bank Robbery Statistics
- Most bank robbers are amateurs, with 80% being first-timers.
- They often get caught due to predictable patterns and traceable bills.
Dunbar Armored Robbery
- In 1997, Alan Pace III and his crew robbed Dunbar Armored Inc. for $19 million.
- Pace, an employee, knew the security systems, enabling the inside job and destruction of security tapes.
Securitas Depot Heist
- The 2006 Securitas Depot heist involved kidnapping the manager and his family to gain access.
- The robbers stole £53 million, making it the UK's largest cash robbery.