Gelsenkirchen

Gelsenkirchen is a city in western Germany. Recent news focuses on a large-scale robbery that occurred at a branch of Sparkasse, a savings bank, during the Christmas holidays of 2025. Thieves drilled into the bank vault, accessing and emptying approximately 3,250 safe deposit boxes. The stolen valuables, including cash, gold, and jewelry, are estimated to be worth between 10 and 90 million euros (approximately $11.7 to $105.7 million). The heist has been compared to the movie "Ocean's Eleven" due to its elaborate nature. Police are currently investigating, and customers are expressing anger and frustration over the incident. The robbery has brought Gelsenkirchen into the international spotlight, highlighting concerns about bank security and the impact on affected customers.