In 2003, pizza delivery man Brian Wells wore a collar bomb to rob a PNC bank in Pennsylvania. After his arrest, police left him sitting on the ground unattended while awaiting the bomb squad

In 2003, pizza delivery man Brian Wells wore a collar bomb to rob a PNC bank in Pennsylvania. After his arrest, police left him sitting on the ground unattended while awaiting the bomb squad. 


Just three minutes before their arrival, the bomb detonated live on television. 

This footage shows the final moments before the collar exploded.

The case of Brian Wells, often referred to as the "Pizza Bomber" or "Collar Bomb" case, is a bizarre and tragic incident that occurred in Erie, Pennsylvania, in 2003. On August 28 of that year, Brian Wells, a pizza delivery man, entered a PNC bank claiming he had a bomb strapped around his neck and demanding money. He was given a bag with $8,702, and the police were called.

Shortly after Wells left the bank, he was apprehended by the police and handcuffed. He claimed that he had been forced into the crime by unknown assailants who had placed the bomb around his neck. While waiting for the bomb squad to arrive and defuse the device, Wells sat on the ground outside the bank with his hands cuffed. Tragically, before the bomb squad could reach the scene, the bomb detonated, killing Wells in a horrifying explosion that was captured by news cameras broadcasting live.

The case quickly garnered national attention due to its bizarre nature. Investigators discovered that Wells had indeed been forced into the crime, as his involvement was not voluntary. The bomb was a complex device that included a collar with a metal box attached to it. The box contained a timer, and Wells had detailed notes about how to disarm the bomb in a very short time frame.

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As the investigation unfolded, it became apparent that the case was not a straightforward bank robbery. The plot was intricate and involved several individuals who appeared to have a motive beyond financial gain. The mastermind behind the plot was eventually identified as Marjorie Diehl-Armstrong, who had a history of mental illness.

The case of Brian Wells remains a shocking and disturbing incident that continues to intrigue and puzzle many. It highlights the complexity of criminal motives and the lengths some individuals are willing to go to carry out elaborate and deadly schemes.

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