Summary
During the Christmas holidays, robbers in Germany broke into a vault at a Sparkasse bank in Gelsenkirchen, stealing cash, gold, and jewelry possibly worth up to $105 million. The thieves used a drill to access and break into over 3,000 safe deposit boxes before getting away unnoticed. Police are investigating the highly-organized crime, comparing it to a Hollywood heist.
Key Facts
- The robbery occurred at a savings bank branch in Gelsenkirchen, Germany.
- Thieves drilled through a concrete wall to reach the vault.
- Over 3,000 safe deposit boxes were forced open.
- The estimated value of stolen items ranges from $11.7 million to $105.7 million.
- The heist happened while businesses were closed for the Christmas holidays.
- Witnesses saw men carrying large bags and a black Audi RS 6 leaving the scene.
- Security footage showed the getaway car with a stolen license plate.
- A hotline has been set up for affected bank customers.
