1997 North Hollywood Shootout: A True Crime Documentary

On February 28, 1997, a notorious event known as the North Hollywood shootout unfolded in dramatic fashion. This confrontation involved two heavily armed and armored bank robbers who engaged in a fierce gunfight with police outside a bank. Over the course of the shootout, more than 2,000 rounds were exchanged, creating a scene of chaos and terror. The intense battle and its significant impact not only captivated the nation but also led to profound changes in law enforcement tactics and equipment. This documentary delves into the details of the shootout, exploring its consequences and the lasting changes it prompted in policing practices.

Sources:

https://www.documentcloud.org/documen...
https://www.northhollywoodshootout.ne...
https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/lo...
https://www.crimemuseum.org/crime-lib...

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Video Attribution:

Title: The North Hollywood Shootout Disaster 1997 | True Crime Documentary | Plainly Difficult
Creator: Plainly Difficult
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nEji-HwuJu8
License: Creative Commons Attribution license (reuse allowed)