Chapter

The Santa Claus Bank Robbery
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28:01 - 34:53 (06:51)

A man named Bruce attempted to rob a bank while dressed as Santa Claus but was unsuccessful due to a plan that ultimately left him with severe injuries and third-degree burns.

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Bruce was found dead in his house with a gunshot wound and had a virtual bomb factory in his house, but the reason behind his death remains unknown.
28:01 - 30:19 (02:18)
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Mystery
Summary

Bruce was found dead in his house with a gunshot wound and had a virtual bomb factory in his house, but the reason behind his death remains unknown.

Chapter
The Santa Claus Bank Robbery
Episode
85: Bruce Pardo The Santa Claus Shooter & The Covina Christmas Massacre
Podcast
Lights Out
A man dressed as Santa Claus rigged his costume with explosives in his car in 1996, in an attempt to kill his family.
30:19 - 32:51 (02:31)
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Crime
Summary

A man dressed as Santa Claus rigged his costume with explosives in his car in 1996, in an attempt to kill his family. A bizarre story, detailing the man's injuries and the investigation that led up to his arrest.

Chapter
The Santa Claus Bank Robbery
Episode
85: Bruce Pardo The Santa Claus Shooter & The Covina Christmas Massacre
Podcast
Lights Out
The burnt RAV4 rental car contained various items but no explosives were found, and people gathered to mourn the tragedy.
32:51 - 34:53 (02:02)
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Burnt Car Incident
Summary

The burnt RAV4 rental car contained various items but no explosives were found, and people gathered to mourn the tragedy. There are reports suggesting that the car was intentionally lit on fire.

Chapter
The Santa Claus Bank Robbery
Episode
85: Bruce Pardo The Santa Claus Shooter & The Covina Christmas Massacre
Podcast
Lights Out