Robbery at Banco río de Acassuso, Bank heist in Argentina
The robbery at Banco Río de Acassuso was a highly orchestrated bank heist.
This infamous event took place on January 13, 2006, and captured national attention.
The heist has been referenced in media and inspired various cultural depictions.
The location of the former Banco Río branch is in Acassuso, Buenos Aires Province.
Criminals tunneled into the vault and escaped with millions while holding hostages, famously leaving behind a note claiming they stole 'money, not love'.
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