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Bandits are losing interest in robbing banks, as some crimes no longer pay

  • Written by Jay L. Zagorsky, Clinical associate professor, Boston University
Bandits are losing interest in robbing banks, as some crimes no longer payJohn Dillinger, played by Warren Oates (pictured) in the 1973 film 'Dillinger,' allegedly robbed 24 banks.Bettmann via Getty Images

Bank robbery is a high-profile crime that fascinates many people.

Movies have been made about famous bank robbers like Bonnie and Clyde, JohnDillinger and Butch Cassidy. There is even a new movie that just came out...

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