By Riffat Kausar
International News Correspondent
SNN News Finland
A highly organized bank robbery took place in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, during the Christmas holidays, resulting in the theft of nearly $35 million.
According to investigators, unknown suspects drilled a hole from an adjacent underground parking garage into the vault of a Sparkasse savings bank branch. Around 3,000 safe deposit boxes were broken into.
Police believe the criminals used professional-grade drilling and cutting equipment and remained inside the vault for more than 24 hours, taking advantage of the long holiday closure.
German authorities have launched a large-scale investigation. Forensic teams are examining the tunnel and vault area, while surveillance footage from nearby locations is being reviewed.
Officials say the operation appears to be carefully planned and executed by experienced professionals. No arrests have been made so far.
The investigation is ongoing.
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