Gangland Robbery of Lincoln National Bank and Trust in 1930

Nebraska History Podcast · Oct 10, 2024 · 18m

In 1930, a daring heist rocked the heart of Lincoln, Nebraska, and became the biggest bank heist in U.S. history for over two decades. Six unmasked robbers, taking advantage of an unguarded bank, walked away with a staggering two and a half million dollars. The audacious crime sent shockwaves through the community and law enforcement agencies alike. Despite arrests and the recovery of some stolen securities, the case was never fully solved. This episode is from the article, "Gangland Crime Arrives in Lincoln: The Lincoln National Bank and Trust Company Robbery of 1930⁠," written by Geroge…