5. Hatton Garden Safe Deposit Robbery (2015, UK)
In April 2015, a group of elderly men, dubbed Britain’s ‘diamond wheezers,’ meticulously planned and executed a heist at the Hatton Garden Safe Deposit Company in London. Over the Easter weekend, they drilled into the vault’s concrete wall, gaining access to the safe deposit boxes. The thieves stole approximately £14 million worth of cash, jewelry, and other valuables. The audacity of the crime shocked the public, leading to extensive media coverage and a massive police investigation. For a detailed timeline of the robbery, refer to The Guardian’s coverage: theguardian.com
