What makes a “good” heist? Is it an exceptionally detailed plan, a cast of colorful characters or an unfathomable amount of stolen money or goods? Armed robberies have never been the bread and butter of organized crime activities, but the Mob has been involved in some large, high-profile heists over the past century. Here are the top five heists in Mob history, selected for their strong Mob ties, incredible stories and the exceptionally high value of the stolen goods. 5. Plymouth Mail heist, Plymouth, Massachusetts Law enforcement narrowed their investigation to a small group of suspects during the five-year investigation but struggled to ...