Bank robbery facts for kids
A bank robbery is a serious crime where someone tries to steal money from a bank. Sometimes, the people robbing the bank might threaten or scare the bank's employees or customers. This can happen in big cities or smaller towns.
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History of Bank Robberies
Early Bank Robberies in the U.S.
The first bank robbery in the United States is thought to have happened in March 1831. This was reported by newspapers like The New York Times and Saturday Evening Post.
A famous early bank robbery happened on February 13, 1866. A group of men, believed to be connected to the famous outlaw Jesse James, robbed the Clay County Savings Association in Liberty, Missouri. Sadly, during this robbery, a young person was hurt. The robbers got away with a lot of money, over $60,000. This was Jesse James' first bank robbery. It might have been the first successful bank robbery in the U.S. during a time of peace.
Who Robs Banks?
Most bank robberies are carried out by men. However, some women have also been involved in bank robberies. Famous examples include Bonnie Parker, Patty Hearst, and a group known as the Barbie Bandits.
Bank Robbery as a Crime
In the United States, robbing a bank is considered a very serious crime. It is a federal crime, meaning it is against the laws of the entire country, not just a single state.
Images for kids
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Patty Hearst during the April 1974 Hibernia Bank raid.
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A special dye pack used to mark stolen money after a bank robbery in Los Angeles in 2008. These packs are hidden in stacks of money.
See also
In Spanish: Robo de bancos para niños
