The Oddball Crew Behind The $17 Million Loomis Fargo Theft

It was a heist that captivated the nation. The audacity of the plan, the personalities involved, and the staggering amount of money stolen made the Loomis Fargo Theft the stuff of legends. This is the story of the oddball crew behind one of the most infamous crimes in American history.

Meet the Mastermind: David Ghantt

Every great heist needs a mastermind, and in the case of the Loomis Fargo Theft, that mastermind was David Ghantt. Ghantt, an employee at Loomis Fargo, hatched a plan to rob the company's vault of millions of dollars.

Described as an eccentric loner, Ghantt meticulously plotted every detail of the heist. From studying the company's security systems to recruiting his accomplices, he was determined to pull it off without a hitch.

Heist: The Oddball Crew Behind the $17 Million Loomis Fargo Theft

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However, Ghantt knew he couldn't do it alone. He needed a team of equally daring and unconventional individuals to carry out his grand plan.

The Wild Card: Steve Chambers

Enter Steve Chambers, the unpredictable wild card of the crew. Known for his quick temper and love for adrenaline-pumping activities, Chambers was the perfect fit for Ghantt's scheme.

Chambers' role in the heist was to provide muscle and intimidation. With his imposing physique and fearless demeanor, he made sure everyone knew not to mess with the crew.

The Femme Fatale: Michelle Chambers

Every heist needs a femme fatale, and Michelle Chambers played that role flawlessly. Steve Chambers' wife, Michelle, was charismatic, seductive, and highly manipulative.

Michelle's job was to gather insider information and exploit any weaknesses within the company. She used her charm to gain the trust of key employees, allowing the crew to gather vital information needed for a successful heist.

The Tech Whiz: Lamar Jeffries

No heist crew is complete without a tech whiz, and Lamar Jeffries fit the bill. With his unmatched skills in hacking and computer systems, Jeffries was essential in bypassing security measures and ensuring a clean getaway for the crew.

The Inside Man: Scott McKinney

Scott McKinney was the insider who knew the labyrinth of Loomis Fargo's vault like the back of his hand. Working as a regional security supervisor, McKinney had intimate knowledge of the company's security protocols and vulnerabilities.

McKinney's task was to provide access to restricted areas and disable specific security systems during the heist. With his knowledge, the crew could navigate through the extensive network of security measures with ease.

The Grand Heist

On a fateful evening in 1997, the crew sprung into action. Armed with their unique skills and guided by Ghantt's meticulous planning, the team infiltrated the Loomis Fargo vault and made off with a staggering $17 million in cash.

The audacity of the heist shocked the nation. The media went wild with tales of the eccentric crew and their daring escapade. The oddball personalities involved only added to the mystique surrounding the crime.

The Aftermath

While the crew managed to escape with the money, their eccentricities and slip-ups ultimately led to their downfall. The authorities quickly caught wind of the heist, and it wasn't long before the crew started turning on each other.

David Ghantt was apprehended in Mexico, after his flamboyant lifestyle caught the attention of the authorities. The Chambers couple was also arrested in connection with the theft.

Despite their initial success, the oddball crew behind the Loomis Fargo Theft was unable to elude justice. Each member received their respective sentences, and the stolen money was mostly recovered.

The Legacy

The Loomis Fargo Theft remains one of the most sensational heists in American history. The oddball crew's audacious plan and distinct personalities left an indelible mark on the public's imagination.

Even decades later, the story of the $17 million heist continues to fascinate true crime enthusiasts and inspire countless movies and documentaries. The oddball crew behind the Loomis Fargo Theft will forever be remembered as legends in the realm of audacious criminal endeavors.

Heist: The Oddball Crew Behind the $17 Million Loomis Fargo Theft

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The inspiration behind the major motion picture Masterminds starring Zach Galifianakis, Owen Wilson, Kristen Wiig, and Jason Sudeikis!The bizarre true story of the criminals behind the second-largest bank heist in American history.

One night in a small North Carolina town, a down-on-his-luck guard at Loomis Fargo manages to steal $17 million—literally more than one ton of cash. Despite being caught on camera wheeling the money from the vault to the getaway van, David Ghantt makes off to Mexico before the FBI can blink.

There's just one hitch: Ghantt has entrusted the money to an oddball crew of accomplices who had wooed him into committing this massive theft in the first place—and who, he soon learns, are trying to take him out. Now one of the most wanted men in America with the FBI hot on his heels, Ghantt must figure out how to get his money, get away from a hit man, and get even.

In this outrageously entertaining book, Jeff Diamant, the Charlotte Observer's lead reporter on the case, offers the definitive inside account of this astonishing
true story that has captivated American audiences on the news and now on the big screen in the major motion picture, Masterminds.