The Unusual Heist for Medical Care

Oct 18, 2024

Notes on Kento Bento's Video Presentation

Introduction

  • Presenter: Kento Bento
  • Video sponsored by CuriosityStream
  • Promotes Nebula, a video streaming platform with original content

The Bank Heist in Daejeon, South Korea (2019)

The Robber's Preparation

  • The robber planned the heist well in advance.
  • Familiar with bank’s procedures; calculated police response time (4 minutes).
  • Procured a specific weapon (a knife) for intimidation, though it was fake.

Execution of the Heist

  • Entered the bank confidently, interacting with customers and staff.
  • Handed a prepared note to the teller, assuring no harm would come if she complied.
  • The situation escalated as customers noticed the fake knife, alerting the police.

Police Arrival

  • Police arrived within four minutes of the robber entering the bank.
  • Officers ordered the robber to drop the knife, which they soon realized was fake.
  • The robber was apprehended without any actual harm or theft.

The Truth Revealed

Witness Accounts

  • Teller revealed she called the police, surprising everyone involved.
  • The robber’s calm demeanor raised suspicion.

The Real Plan

  • The robbery was not a traditional heist; it was a method to get arrested.
  • The robber wanted to receive medical treatment for chronic back pain and believed prison would provide it.

Background on the Robber (Jong)

  • Recently fired, struggled to find another job amidst rising unemployment in South Korea.
  • Lived with his mother; faced financial and health struggles due to lack of insurance.
  • Viewed prison as a means to access healthcare.

The Outcome

Arrest and Charges

  • Despite the bizarre nature of the crime, Jong was charged with intimidation, not robbery.
  • No prison time due to lack of theft or harm caused.
  • Released back home with his chronic back pain unresolved.

Conclusion

  • Reflection on the absurdity of Jong’s plan to get medical care through a self-sabotaged heist.
  • Kento Bento discusses other projects on Nebula, including "The Shocking Chinese Pork Bun Murders."
  • Final promotion of CuriosityStream's offer, highlighting affordable access to documentaries and Nebula.

Additional Notes

  • Emphasized the uniqueness of this case; not aimed at escape but rather voluntary imprisonment.
  • The importance of supporting independent content creators through platforms like CuriosityStream and Nebula.