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On a Sunday evening in December 2004, two young men were at home with their families. Both worked for the Northern Bank’s cash centre in Belfast. They heard knocks on their front doors. Within a few minutes, masked men invaded their homes, overpowered their loved ones and disabled their electronic devices. It was made clear to the two bank officials that they had a choice: do what they were told or their families would die. In the wake of the twentieth anniversary of this bizarre robbery, Glenn Patterson builds on his popular BBC podcast to shed new light on the story of the infamous heist.

Pittsburgh’s mafia may not have been as infamous as New York’s Five Families or Chicago’s Outfit, but for nearly a century, the LaRocca Mafia Crime Family ruled Pittsburgh’s underworld with an iron fist. This is the untold story of power, betrayal, and survival, from the blood-soaked streets of Wylie Avenue to the backroom deals that shaped the Steel City’s economy. This book uncovers the full story of Pittsburgh’s organized crime history, from the first dons to the final days of the once-mighty LaRocca family.

Om de spannende verhalen achter de roof van tientallen Van Goghs te achterhalen duikt journalist Lex Boon in internationale archieven, wint hij informatie in bij musea en spreekt hij met de beroemde kunstdetective Arthur Brand en met voormalig kunstdieven. Als museum Singer Laren slachtoffer wordt van een kunstroof, staat journalist Lex Boon de volgende middag te luisteren naar een ontredderde museumdirecteur. In een poging om hem enigszins gerust te stellen, probeert Boon uit te zoeken hoe groot de kans is dat Van Goghs Lentetuin terugkeert en hoelang dat naar verwachting zal duren.

Музеи — тюрьма для искусства. Когда прямо перед тобой шедевр, при виде которого перехватывает дыхание, а на глаза наворачиваются слезы, что может быть естественнее желания любоваться им бесконечно долго, проследить пальцами точные движения резца или кисти?.. Все это, конечно, удобнее делать в тишине и уединении, устроившись в любимом кресле.

In the eighteenth century the first American medical school was established in Philadelphia. Following the model of European universities, anatomical lectures were conducted with cadavers. But where did the bodies come from? Dissection was viewed as a fate worse than death, and the only legal source of "stiffs" was executed criminals. But there were not enough. As the medical profession and its need for "anatomical material" grew, a new, macabre practice emerged: body snatching.

A Gangsters Guide to Machine Gun Kelly dives into the life of one of America's most infamous criminals. From small- time bootlegger to notorious kidnapper, George "Machine Gun" Kelly built a fearsome reputation-though much of it was exaggerated by the press and his own wife. This book separates myth from reality, exploring his rise in the criminal underworld, the high-profile kidnapping that led to his downfall, and his lasting impact on the gangster era. Packed with daring heists, betrayals, and a dramatic capture, this is the ultimate guide to the man behind the legend.

A Gangsters Guide to John Dillinger takes you deep into the life of America's most infamous bank robber. From his troubled beginnings to his daring heists, electrifying escapes, and ultimate downfall, this book unravels the myths and realities of the man who became Public Enemy No. 1. Was he a cunning mastermind or just a reckless outlaw? Explore his legacy, his enemies, and the lawmen who pursued him in this fast-paced, no-nonsense look at one of history's most legendary criminals.

St. Louis, Missouri is gripped by a series of twelve bank robberies that leave local and federal authorities baffled. Dubbed the Boonie Hat Bandit, this criminal methodically robs Banks in broad daylight leaving no clues. Everyone wonders who he is, and law enforcement scrambles while the robberies make national news. In this revised and updated version of the original, Bank Notes Revisited reintroduces the world to Donald Keith Giammanco. How and why would this quiet, middle-class, single father of twin daughters enter a life of crime?

Tra il 1887 e il 1960 il Brasile accoglie oltre un milione e mezzo di italiani. Uno di loro è Gino Amleto Meneghetti, che arriva da Pisa con una carriera già avviata: ladro professionista. Sbarcato nel 1913, l'anno seguente sconta già la prima condanna e, colpo dopo colpo, Gino diventa il nemico pubblico numero 1 della polizia di San Paolo.

From daring heists to the ultimate escape, discover the true story of Punch Stanimirovic, his extraordinary crew, and his high-society family. Edgar Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Burl Barer brings to light the remarkable story of four decades and two generations of America's First Family of kind and generous "altruistic outlaws" in Stealing Manhattan: The Untold Story of America's Billion Dollar Gem Heist Masterminds.

The story of Australia's last bushranging gang - the murderous Kenniffs. Easter Sunday, 1902, deep in the Carnarvon Ranges a police constable and station manager are slain then later incinerated, their remains stuffed into saddlebags. Accused of the ghoulish crime are two members of the...

The first comprehensive biography of the godfather of Australian bushranging – Frank Gardiner – leader of the Lachlan gang and mastermind of the largest gold heist in Australian history. Atop the hierarchy of Australian bushrangers sits Ned Kelly – the ultimate outlaw – and just below...

"Crooks And Spies I’ve Known" is a riveting autobiography by Keith Laws, a four-time successful escapee who spent an astounding 15 years on the run in Europe. Laws shares his firsthand experiences, having rubbed shoulders with notorious figures such as mobsters, bank robbers, and traitorous spies, including infamous names like John Walker, Aldridge Ames, and his surprising CIA acquaintance, Edwin Wilson.

Questo è Caper, una serie originale true-crime multilingua creata dal pluripremiato team di podcast internazionale Studio Ochenta. Unisciti a noi nel nostro viaggio verso l'approfondimento delle storie di rapine più straordinarie della storia. In ogni episodio, ti presenteremo criminali professionisti, rapinatori e ladri improvvisati, racconteremo storie di rapine risolte e irrisolte... e quello che hanno rappresentato per il mondo.

La familia Gambino es un ejemplo paradigmático de las familias del crimen organizado, sus luchas internas y diversos estilos de liderazgo han definido la era de la mafia. Desde principios del siglo XX, la familia ha pasado por una serie de nombres y líderes, pero siempre se mantuvo en la cima del régimen mafioso de Nueva York y ha conservado sus vínculos sicilianos.

Drogenschmuggel, Menschenhandel und brutaler Mord – wahre Kriminalfälle. Selbst einem Strafverteidiger kann das Blut in den Adern gefrieren, wenn grausame Taten verhandelt werden und, mehr noch, die erschütternden Schicksale der Opfer ans Licht kommen. Was sich im Gerichtssaal abspielt, ist - bestenfalls - das verdiente Ende der Täter. Strafverteidiger Bernd Hesse kennt und erzählt die Geschichten von ihrem Ausgangspunkt an und in allen Verästelungen, wahre Kriminalfälle aus dem Bereich der "Organisierten Kriminalität", Mädchenhandel, Drogenschmuggel; Taten auch, die aus tragischen Verwicklungen "ganz normaler Bürger" resultierten.

La Banda Battestini, così chiamata per il cognome di due fratelli che ne facevano parte, è stata una banda criminale pescarese, attiva dalla fine degli anni 70 all'inizio degli anni 80 e protagonista di una serie di rapine. Ne facevano parte i fratelli Rolando e Pasquale, Italo Ceci (freddato poi nel 2012 a Pescara), Massimo Ballone, Raimondo Coletta e altri.

Step into the shadowy realm of the Patriarca Mafia Crime Family, where power, deception, and ambition intermingle to create a riveting saga that has left an indelible mark on New England's criminal history. In this meticulously documented narrative, Mafia Library uncovers the untold story of one of America's most infamous crime families, tracing its origins from the turbulent days of Prohibition to its enduring presence in the 21st century.

This blood-chilling true-crime anthology peels back the curtain on some of Texas’s most disturbing and unforgettable criminal cases. From cold-blooded murder to unspeakable betrayal, each story dives deep into the hearts of both victims and perpetrators, unearthing the truths buried beneath public headlines and official accounts.

Early Oklahoma was a haven for violent outlaws and a death trap for deputy U.S. marshals. The infamous Doolin gang's OK Hotel gunfight left five dead. Killers like Bible-quoting choir leader Deacon Jim Miller wreaked havoc. Gunslinger femme fatale Belle Starr specialized in horse theft. Wannabe outlaws like Al Jennings traded train robbing for politics and Hollywood films. And Elmer McCurdy's determination and inept skill earned him a carnival slot and the nickname "the Bandit Who Wouldn't Give Up."