In a daring and meticulously planned heist, thieves stole €30 million from a bank in Frankfurt, Germany, on Sunday night. The criminals drilled through the bank’s underground vault from an adjacent parking garage, executing a plan reminiscent of the Ocean’s Eleven movie with precise and calculated movements.
Details of the Heist
The robbery occurred around midnight when the bank was closed. The suspects gained access to the parking garage next to the bank and began drilling a tunnel into the vault. Authorities believe the gang possessed inside knowledge of the bank’s layout, enabling them to bypass multiple security layers. The vault contained cash, valuables, and important documents estimated at €30 million in total.
Investigation and Security
- Security cameras captured footage of masked suspects using professional equipment while avoiding direct camera views.
- The suspects’ identities remain unknown at present.
- The Frankfurt Police Department has launched a comprehensive investigation and is analyzing video evidence.
- A police spokesperson described the operation as highly skilled and well-organized.
- The stolen assets have not yet been recovered, and authorities caution recovery may be challenging.
Bank and Community Response
Bank officials confirmed the robbery early Monday and assured customers that their deposits and accounts remain secure. They are cooperating fully with law enforcement to resolve the case.
Local residents and businesses have expressed concern about safety following the incident, prompting the police to increase patrols around banks and parking garages.
Authorities’ Appeal
Investigators urge anyone with information or who witnessed suspicious activity near the bank or parking garage during the night of the robbery to contact the Frankfurt Police Department hotline.
Significance of the Crime
This heist is unusual for Germany, which is known for stringent banking security, and it ranks as one of the most significant bank robberies in recent European history.
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