433: Larry Lawton | From Jewel Thief to Honorary Cop Part Two

Preparation

Larry Lawton meticulously planned his heists, focusing on every detail from selecting the target to organizing his team. He emphasized the importance of knowing his crew intimately, often choosing trusted individuals like his brother. Larry's approach was methodical, ensuring everyone knew their roles and the plan was ingrained in their minds.

You pound that into people. So, it's second nature that he does what you asked him to do.

--- Larry Lawton

He avoided alarms by using keys and kept the operation swift, typically completing a heist in under ten minutes 1 2.

   

Execution

Once inside the store, Larry altered his appearance to avoid recognition and meticulously executed the robbery. He emptied entire stores, including safes and backrooms, and even took security tapes to eliminate evidence. His approach was thorough, ensuring no detail was overlooked.

I emptied every shelf and the safe and the back room. So yeah, I got everything.

--- Larry Lawton

Larry planned his getaways meticulously, often working backwards to ensure a successful escape route was in place before even starting the heist 3 4.

   

Escape

Escape strategies were crucial to Larry's success, involving careful planning and quick thinking. He recounted an intense moment when his brother was shot during a robbery, highlighting the dangers involved. Despite the risks, Larry's meticulous planning often ensured successful getaways.

You always know you're going to get caught or that you're going to die. There's no question about that.

--- Larry Lawton

The exhilaration of a successful heist was followed by a period of intense celebration, often involving trips to Atlantic City and lavish spending 5 6.