The Greatest Diamond Heist of All Time Was Foiled By a Salami Sandwich

The Mystery Man

So, Notarbartolo waited, and waited, and waited. He became a regular at the bank, he would frequently deposit small amounts of cash and diamonds so the security guards would recognize him. After 4 months of living in Antwerp, an old diamond trader who had previously done business with Notarbartolo approached him with an inquiry. 

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