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Famous Unsolved Heists in History
By Ewan Vorster
16 November 2025
Throughout history, several daring heists have captured the public’s imagination, remaining unsolved despite extensive investigations. These crimes range from bank robberies to art thefts, often involving elaborate planning and high stakes.
One of the most infamous is the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum heist in Boston, 1990, where thieves stole 13 pieces of art valued at over $500 million. Despite numerous leads and rewards offered, none of the stolen art has been recovered.
Another notable case is the Great Brink’s Robbery in 1950 in Boston, where robbers stole $2.7 million in cash and securities. While some participants were later caught, portions of the loot were never recovered, leaving the case partially unresolved.
In the digital age, cyberheists have emerged, with hackers infiltrating banks and cryptocurrency platforms. The 2016 Bangladesh Bank heist, in which $81 million was stolen via fraudulent SWIFT transactions, remains partially unresolved, highlighting the evolving nature of modern crime.
These heists continue to fascinate criminologists, historians, and the public, offering a glimpse into the audacity and ingenuity of criminals throughout history.
== Sources == *Fbi. The Great Brink’s Robbery — FBI, 1950
