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29th October 1964: ‘Murf the Surf’ and two accomplices carry out the biggest jewel heist in New York’s history

29th October 2020
Tagged as: America, Crime, Criminal, Florida, Heist, Jewellery, Miami, New York, Robbery, United States, USA

‘Murf the Surf’ and two accomplices committed the biggest jewel heist in New York’s history when they stole priceless gems from the American Museum of Natural History.

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29th October 1964: ‘Murf the Surf’ and two accomplices carry out the biggest jewel heist in New York’s history

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