“This offense was to be the largest burglary in English legal history.
“This offense was to be the largest burglary in English legal history. These four ringleaders and organizers of this conspiracy, although senior in years, brought with them a great deal of experience,” said prosecutor Philip Evans, referring to a crew of 60- and 70-year-old men who were caught for stealing $30 million in gold, jewelry and gems after they were heard bragging about the heist.