Time Tellers #7 "The Brinks Robbery of 1950: America's Perfect Crime"

Time Tellers

Welcome back, history enthusiasts, to another episode of Time Tellers! In this thrilling installment, your hosts Renee and Dan delve into the astonishing tale of the Brinks Robbery of 1950, often dubbed "America's Perfect Crime."

On the frigid evening of January 17, 1950, the streets of Boston were calm, but inside the Brinks Armored Car Depot, an audacious plan was unfolding. Eleven seasoned criminals meticulously executed a heist that would leave authorities baffled for years. With navy peacoats, chauffeur caps, and rubber Halloween masks, they made off with over $2.7 million in cash, checks, and securities, a sum equivalent to about $30 million today.

But what seemed like the perfect crime soon unraveled. Join us as we uncover the intricate planning, the dramatic execution, and the ultimate downfall of these criminals. Discover how internal betrayal, particularly by Joseph "Specks" O'Keefe, led to the gang's capture just days before the statute of limitations expired.

This episode not only explores the heist but also the enduring legacy it left on security measures and law enforcement tactics. From the initial meticulous planning to the final courtroom drama, this is a story of crime, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of justice.

Don't miss this captivating narrative that continues to inspire movies, books, and discussions about what makes the perfect crime. Tune in now and journey back to a night that changed the course of American crime history!