The Hatton Garden Crime
The Hatton Garden Crime is a gripping true crime story about the daring and audacious burglary of the Hatton Garden Safe Deposit Company in London in April 2015. Written by Arthur Gask, a former Scotland Yard detective, the book takes readers inside the investigation of the crime, from the initial discovery of the break-in to the eventual arrest and conviction of the perpetrators. The book begins with a detailed account of the burglary itself, as well as the subsequent investigation. Gask then delves into the backgrounds of the criminals involved, exploring their motivations and the methods they used to carry out the heist. He also examines the police response to the crime, and the challenges they faced in bringing the perpetrators to justice. The book also looks at the wider implications of the crime, including the impact it had on the security industry and the public’s perception of crime in London. Gask also examines the legal proceedings that followed the burglary, and the eventual sentences handed down to the perpetrators. The Hatton Garden Crime is an engaging and informative read, and a must-read for anyone interested in true crime.
By Arthur Gask · First published 1945 · Genre: Crime Fiction, Mystery, Thriller · 3,313 words
First lines
For many years Reuben Leyden had been one of the best-known diamond dealers in Hatton Garden and it was said that, almost fabulous sums of money had at times, in the course of a few minutes, changed hands in his modest suite of rooms. Of a shrewd and intellectual countenance, he was a rather frail-looking small man of slight physique. He had a peculiar melodious voice, with just the trace of Dutch accent in his speech. His office staff consisted of three girl clerks and a burly pugilistic attendant. This latter was always well within call.
One morning two new clients called at Leyden's place of business. Both men were about middle age.
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The Hatton Garden Crime is listed on Textopian as a short story by Arthur Gask, dated 1945 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Arthur Gask
- Date: 1945 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Crime Fiction, Mystery, Thriller, Historical Fiction
- Length: 3,313 words
- Structure: 1 section, 80 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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- Crime Fiction — The title of the book implies that the plot revolves around a crime, and the author, Arthur Gask, is known for writing crime fiction.
- Mystery — The title of the book implies that the plot involves a mystery, and the author, Arthur Gask, is known for writing mystery novels.
- Thriller — The title of the book implies that the plot involves a thrilling story, and the author, Arthur Gask, is known for writing thrillers.
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crime · mystery · thriller · heist · suspense · detective · London · robbery · investigation · historical · fiction · intrigue