robbery

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Ten years later, a different version of the painting was stolen in an armed robbery, along with the artist’s “Madonna,” from the Munch Museum across town.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Cork actor Hardwicke told the same programme he knew scant details about the Northern Bank robbery, before he read the script.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

In a recording that surfaced weeks earlier, Kirk was seen responding to a report of a robbery and being approached by a woman outside a WinCo Foods supermarket.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

Burton had previously apologized to Battle’s family in a public letter where he acknowledged that it took him a long time and stamina to admit his role in the robbery.

From Slate • Mar. 6, 2026

Mr. Harmon, you say you weren't at the drugstore anytime during the day of the robbery.

From "Monster" by Walter Dean Myers