The Biggest Heist In US History
Synopsis
Five armed men stole $20 million from an armored car facility in Los Angeles, leaving investigators with only a fragment of a vehicle tail light as evidence.
Synopsis
At 12:30 a.m. on September 13, 1997, five armed men stormed an armored car facility in Los Angeles, overpowering security guards and gaining access to a vault containing $20 million. The FBI, LAPD, and IRS launched a complex investigation after the robbers vanished, leaving only a fragment of a vehicle tail light as evidence. Over the years, several suspects were arrested, but about $14 million remains unaccounted for. The case illustrates the difficulties law enforcement faces in solving major heists.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See how a gang executed the largest heist in U.S. history.
- Find out what evidence was left behind after the robbery.
- Meet the law enforcement agents tracking down the criminals.
Did You Know
- The heist occurred on September 13, 1997, in Los Angeles.
- The robbers stole over 20 million dollars from an armored car company.
- Alan Pace, who orchestrated the robbery, was sentenced to 24 years in prison.
- Four of the robbers received sentences ranging from 7.5 to 10 years.
- About 14 million dollars of the stolen money is still missing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the amount of money stolen in the largest heist in US history?
The amount stolen was over 20 million dollars.
How many years was Alan Pace sentenced to prison for orchestrating the robbery?
Alan Pace was sentenced to 24 years in prison.
How much of the stolen money remains missing after the heist?
About 14 million dollars of the stolen money remains missing.
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