Ep 2. The Bizarre Collar Bomb Bank Robbery
- July 20, 2018
- 27 min
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8.5 (70)
In season 4 episode 2 of BuzzFeed Unsolved: True Crime, Ryan and Shane delve into one of the most bizarre bank robberies in history - the Collar Bomb Bank Robbery.
The episode starts with Ryan and Shane discussing the details of the robbery - a man walks into a bank with a collar bomb around his neck, demanding money from the tellers. The bomb squad is called, but before they can defuse the bomb, it explodes - killing the man instantly in front of a group of witnesses. The case only becomes more perplexing from there.
Ryan and Shane take a deep dive into the background of the victim and suspects, as well as the aftermath of the incident. They contended that the case was riddled with contradictions and confusing leads, making it nearly unsolvable.
They interview police officers, witnesses, and members of the media who covered the case, gaining an insight into how the police investigated the crime and how the public reacted to it. The hosts explore the various theories surrounding the bank robbery and work together to recreate the events leading up to the explosion.
This episode is particularly fascinating because of the strange circumstances surrounding the case. The victim claimed to have been forced to rob the bank by a group of unknown assailants who attached the collar bomb to him, leading many to speculate about the motivations of the perpetrators. The episode is full of twists and turns, making it almost impossible to predict the outcome.
As always, Ryan and Shane bring their unique flare to their investigation: Ryan is more analytical and relies on evidence, facts, and interviews to get to the bottom of the case, while Shane brings a humorous touch to the episode with his skepticism and off-the-cuff humor, making the episode both educational and entertaining.
Overall, season 4 episode 2 of BuzzFeed Unsolved: True Crime, The Bizarre Collar Bomb Bank Robbery, is a captivating exploration of one of the most peculiar bank robberies in history. The hosts leave no stone unturned in their investigation, making this episode a must-watch for any true crime aficionado.