Infamous Collar-Bomb Bank Robbery (Visiting the locations and his grave)

[@InfamousCrimeLocations]

Hey all!! This took 2 days to upload to youtube. Thanks to some snow and wind in the area, my wifi has not been running at full speed. Hope you all enjoy. Missed you all.

[@chrishawkins32014]

Missed u too! Glad everything is up n running a lil better.

[@Helios_99]

Mad respects to you for taking your time to upload the video.

[@shaynehenson8049]

Great work Eric. I am fimilar with this case but have never seen anyone go to the location. Thank you!

[@sandrahunter5749]

I'm having trouble with my WiFi too

[@allan9603]

What are "sex workers"?

[@sinead187]

I think Brian was a willing participant but he was double crossed. As soon as that bomb was around his neck the poor man was a dead man walking. Its a very sad & tragic case.

[@InfamousCrimeLocations]

I could totally see that. They did practice the day before with a fake one. I wonder if they put the real bomb to make sure he wouldn't chicken out of the robbery

[@kenn1936]

that was my take on it. If they tried the bomb on him the day before then it comes down to two things -one - he was only trying it out and they would choose a random victim the next day, or two - he really believed it was a fake bomb. there is no doubt in my mind he would have told the police everything, had he known it was real.

[@205ken4]

No, He made it out of the bank and everything

[@kenn1936]

@@205ken4 I know - I saw that. His so called walking cane was a put-together weapon - or made to look like a weapon.

[@205ken4]

@@kenn1936 Yea when I first seen the documentary I had to Google that b/c I thought it had to be made up but no - There’s really a way of making 1 of those & it being functional

[@TheLanise]

Thanks!

[@InfamousCrimeLocations]

You freaking rock!! I am so thankful. 🙏😀👍

[@maryraven9840]

Great job on this Harmin! Both of my parents were from Erie. My mother's home where she grew up was right next to where Brian Wells rented a small house at the time of his death. There was a bigger home in front of it where his landlord lived. I could not believe it! My mom told me that in the 60's a barber lived in the bigger home and used the small house where Brian Wells later on rented as his shop for his customers. I remember this well from my childhood and it blew my mind!

[@angelasiewert820]

My cousin was with the Erie Police as a CSI and worked on this case. He told me it was a difficult case and they worked very hard on it.

[@jj-if6it]

Hey Harmon, a suggestion - when you start a video can you remember to mention the city where you are, it really helps with us international viewers especially to set the scene for the case. Thanks!

[@robinscarborough6969]

I think it happened in Erie

[@Juju-l3o]

Pennsylvania

[@chrishawkins32014]

Yes! Perfect timing my friend. Prayin all is well for u. Love from SoCal.

[@theresewebb229]

Awesome video. Can you imagine how traumatic it would be seeing him getting blown up. It sounds to me like he knew about the robbery but didn't know the bomb was real. How very awful.

[@latasha195]

I agree 100 percent

[@sandywright5466]

I'm so glad to see you back on KZbin. I've missed your storytelling and the visits to the locations. Welcome back. Carry on.

[@melissagottlieb3381]

I remember this story! I never heard Brian may have been involved, would make sense. Thanks for covering this tragic story! Welcome back we missed ya too!

[@ceejay8545]

I remember when this happened, but you have given more information than was given at the time, thank you.

[@robinscarborough6969]

I remember when this happened, I just couldn't remember where. You give so much info

[@Evehere57]

This was such a terrible situation. Thanks for covering it.

[@peaceworld5393]

Hey Harmin 🇺🇸 I remember this very well. I also watched the Documentary, so crazy. Thank you for sharing your research, this was indeed a very interesting crime, so tragic, ☮️🥀🐝safe🖖🏼

[@shoanmarie5612]

Well, live by the sword, die by the sword! I believe he was involved as well, but doubled crossed. Glad you're feeling better Harmin.

[@nanmattingly6402]

Missed you too Harmin. Thanks for this story; I knew about it, but didn't know all the details you just gave. I always felt sorry for him, thinking he was innocent. You've enlightened me. Thanks again.

[@QueenCityHistory]

Man I remembered when this happened… I thought it was a long long time ago…like early 90s… I didn’t know it was 2003

[@iShredz541]

Same. Time is flying brother.

[@JoshJoel800]

I remember this. Great video Harmon

[@denisem270]

Hey ya Harmin!! I missed you too!!! Hope all is well!! Loved this video 💕💕💕 Interesting!!👍🥰❤️

[@tonybutler8811]

Welcome back Harmin you have been missed. Thanks for sharing very interesting case. Love the in-depth coverage thanks for all your hard work. 👊👍🇬🇧🇺🇸

[@robr2389]

Remember this. Bizarre way to rob a bank. Good upload.

[@Mojo_Baby]

Glad your back Harmin. Good to see your back to good.

[@carjen121]

Wow I think Brain was in the Bank robbery. The only thing he probably thought it was a fake bomb. Rest In Peace🕊 Thank you Harmin, interested story💕👏🏼

[@retroman--]

Rest in peace? He is in hell...no peace.

[@suesheldon6875]

Boy what a sick group of people I feel for Brian since he was used for the bank robbery how sad I am glad I don't know people like those guys it's good to see you back Harmin ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jackighirardello546]

Great video Harming!! Love your channel ❤️ I watch faithfully. This is one crazy 🤪 story. This would make a great movie 🎬. Keep the great stories coming 👍So many appreciate all the hard work, dedication and compassion that you put into your work. It is a privilege to go on these journeys with you 🤗 Stay safe out there 🙏

[@jackighirardello546]

Sorry about the typo of your name Harmin 😲

[@daissymay8182]

I remember this story. Thanks 4 sharing.

[@caroleroseburgh1344]

Hi Harmin 🙋🏽. It's really good to see you. Thanks for sharing this with me.😃👍🏽.I remember this one. SO SAD 💔

[@thepennsylvanian9280]

I always thought he was in on the robbery. But I couldn't imagine dying like that. Great video sir

[@-Joann]

I remember that incident. Very disturbing. Thanks for this video.

[@jj-if6it]

Another aspect of the case you didn't mention is that Marjorie killed her boyfriend and put him in the freezer... creepy

[@latasha195]

😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@hotmessexpress00]

My husband and I mapped out all the locations and went to them as well when we were in Erie to see my daughter. We live about an hour and 45 minutes away and she went to college there. I think he also was involved in the planning because when he was in the bank, he was way too calm when asking for the money but at some point, they turned on him and he realized he was being had.

[@retroman--]

Wasn't he casually eating a lollypop? Didn't he wait in line at the bank. no urgency to run to the front and get things going so he can get the bomb off his neck. I think he was involved but they wanted to kill him in order to keep his portion of the money.

[@artemisnectar7]

#ICL 🥰 glad 2 c ya Harmin, cheers 2 a banga ep🍻... neva heard of this madness 🤯 Take care ✌🏾

[@zenawarrior7442]

Great you're back. Such a strange case again. Thanks for the upload always 😊

[@InfamousCrimeLocations]

Glad to be back! Always am so thankful for you all who tune in each video. You are the real fans. 💯

[@zenawarrior7442]

@@InfamousCrimeLocations Awww. Glad to support my YT channels😊Be well...💟

[@rubytuesday9426]

Always enjoy your videos, appreciate the work and time you put into them, thanks for taking us along!

[@bonniekaye]

*Awesome video, Eric!* This case was mind boggling! *Safe travels!* 🙂👍🌹

[@Katwoman4318]

Wow Harmin that was some story. I have seen this documentary but I couldn't finish watching it because as you said "Bizarre". So sinister to say the least. Thank you. Stay safe and Happy 2023!

[@jj-if6it]

Good point about Brian lying about who put the bomb on him, I didn't think about that.

[@lynnejohnston8922]

Big thank you Harmin for telling us all about Brian's story as always you tell it with compassion and kindness I would like to thank you for all the hard work that you put into making all these videos and not forgetting all the traveling you put into making these videos we can't thank you enough for doing all these videos 💯👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👏👏🌹🌹💞

[@lauraleggett7025]

Hi love your show you are so sweet keep them coming

[@Jamessmith-yb9kd]

That was a WILD Saturday morning watch ! Thanks for the in depth tour man. That was extremely bizarre, but very interesting nonetheless. I'm craving pizza ffs..

[@conditionallyunconditional5691]

The device didnt blow his head completely off. At least death was immediate. Investigators followed the directions Brian had. They said there wasnt enough time for him to locate the last two keys to deactivate the device. And, the keys were not at either location. He was a dead man.

[@hermessantos1601]

I've read that the bomb opened a fist size hole on his chest. Later, they had to decapitate him to remove the device. This case just gets more and more absurd the more one knows about it.

[@DoloSupreme]

Awesome video! Another interesting crime scene or video idea would be the “Jenny Jones killer”

[@InfamousCrimeLocations]

I will certainly look into that and add it to my list! Thanks for the suggestion. 😀

[@darylturcott]

I did a video on jenny jones case. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKDLfWt7edydpbM One of my first videos. I should probably redo it.

[@Sarah47okc]

Glad to see you back

[@leesashriber5097]

Good to see you, Harmin!! 😊 This was and is such a horrifically gruesome crime. I believe the answers are between Brian and God. Have a blessed Thursday ❣️😊 I have my opinion but it seems whenever somebody reads it, it turns into a shit storm of harassment and arguing. 😉

[@THE.TRUTH-81]

I agreed this story was very bizarre 🤔 thanks for the upload.

[@TheSherryBoops]

Very Strang. Thanks Harman.

[@melissabibby7310]

Thanks for sharing!👍

[@gregman1715]

I've Watched A Documentary About This Case Crazy If The Guy Really Didn't Know What Was Going To Happen To Himself That's Horrible But Either Way Is Horrible

[@jj-if6it]

When you watch the documentary, it's really weird how calm Brian was. I'd be freaking out with a collar bomb on! Unless he was in on it... anyway it's eerie

[@sylviamiller9047]

Thanks for the video and story!

[@cathymcglasson6947]

Great job Harmin.

[@albiecraig1996]

Thanks for your efforts on the backstory.. enjoyed it. Good work 👏

[@InfamousCrimeLocations]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you very much! It definitely takes a lot of time but the end product is worth it

[@ianmulhall768]

100% he was involved and fact he said was 3 black men shows too he was in on it

[@billsmith1770]

good vid , thanks . viewers might find the wiki article on this is an interesting read .

[@Fcreceptor]

I think the most logical explanation is that Brian was involved and agreed to wear a “fake” bomb. That is why he was essentially so calm during the robbery. Even him saying “there isn’t a lot of time” to remove the bomb and save his life was part of the plan. He probably expected the police to help him as a victim. He likely wasn’t too bright to agree to it, let alone expect to be the victim after the fact.

[@mr.garfieldman9797]

I remember seeing this story on The TV Show Unsolved Mysteries. It was so sad.

[@davide.b8027]

This channel is pretty damn kick azz

[@trtaylor29]

This case is bazaar but fascinating!

[@InfamousCrimeLocations]

100% agreed!! Top 10 most unusual cases for sure

[@joangravel2436]

Sad story thanks for sharing that

[@Juju-l3o]

I remember this, I felt so bad for the man 💔

[@carrenpalmer3453]

to help replace your lost drone H

[@InfamousCrimeLocations]

Oh my goodness.. I can't thank you enough. That is huge carren!! Much love and will definitely save to get new drone.

[@firebird_spleen4190]

I remember this!

[@icarus33911]

The video of him exploding is crazy like a movie

[@jj-if6it]

Omg I watched the documentary about this, it was so bizarre and crazy. It just kept getting weirder. That poor man

[@carolgillis5265]

I remember this story, very interesting

[@carolsweeten2449]

I do remember hearing about this one.

[@corallewis3093]

Ty Harmin

[@kaylacolgan]

That’s a insane crime! Holy cow!

[@jesusisGod1434]

That is a weird story! I think I remember this! Horrifying to be blown up. But dumb is to willingly be blown up!

[@nadiazahroon6573]

We’ve missed u too. Be safe Harmon.

[@laylalayla-jl4ik]

Oh my gosh, I remember this i saw this on a documentry. i just cant remember which one. poor guy he got killed, he died right there in front of them!! he tried to tell them he was going to die!! ohh myy Goddd!!! this was so tragic!!! he was begging for help!!!

[@markhewitt4307]

I lived in Illinois at the time this happened, but I remember it being on our news stations.

[@sunnycali4984]

I am glad the police officers did not attempt to disarm this device. It could have been worse 😢

[@mariewoodward9713]

Hi Harmin!!!! So glad to see a new video. It was so windy here in Connecticut. I hope your WI-FI comes back. I wasn't sure what state you were in until you said it in the cemetery. Did you ever do the second video in Connecticut yet? I have been looking but all I see is the one. I really do not think Brian was in on it. If he was he got blown up. I feel for his family. What a way to die. If he owed drug money than he should have got a better job than delivering pizzas. Now I'm hungry for 🍕 pizza. As always Harmin thank you for sharing. I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving 💗

[@rhondae8222]

This story is very interesting and yet a sad one. Smh

[@crossxcats]

that's a lot of work just to rob a bank I mean one random guy on a random day could likely pull it off once are twice they must have been to chicken s^!t to do it themselves

[@tlims1974a]

Makes you think twice about ordering a pizza to be delivered to your home….and this was 2003! What kind of people they hire to deliver pizza! Well, at least he got a nice new headstone out of the deal. God knows the truth of what happened. Thanks for this story Harmon…didn’t realize there was some many facets to the story! Good reporting on your part. 👍🏻

[@rhondae8222]

Hey, Harmin. I hope you're feeling better. 🙂❤

[@kellyb1420]

This case had me so triggered because my Uncle had started delivering pizzas that same week that it happened, and I was so upset 😢

[@joeybarrelwilde]

I remember watching this live on Fox News, and it startled me when the bomb exploded.

[@gmflower]

Crazy case one of the clues was never found by Brian and miles from my house near rt#99 and I79. TY!

[@emerald523]

I don't believe for one second that Brian was a co-conspirator. Why in the world would anyone allow a bomb to be put around their neck? I have no trust in humanity, and wouldn't trust anyone with the button for that bomb to NOT push the button. I lived in Erie around that time. Some parts of the city are nice, but where I lived, was pretty seedy.

[@jessicapollan4039]

IIRC, he didn't know that the bomb was real until later

[@seattlescofflaws]

Such a strange case.

[@kaylacolgan]

Wow! This happened around my sixth birthday.

[@margaritadominguez5757]

That's sad and crazy harmon

[@JTLeyva]

Wow never new any of this went on damn

[@zram4x4]

Crazy

[@dex.9122]

where can i c the footage of him exploding

[@InfamousCrimeLocations]

Not sure. I know I've seen it but just tried to find it for you and all videos I looked at don't show the actual explosion.

[@shawnstatzer95]

Wow, what a web weaved with this one.

[@SarahColeman-mo2dw]

I remember this story

[@n.b.2164]

This story has always been confusing and bizarre.

[@denisem270]

It was really windy by me in Griffith Indiana and brrrrrrr!!!

[@kaylacolgan]

Poor Brian had to put up with this dangerous assignment.

[@hollymartins6913]

This is just such a bizarre story. I remember reading that after the blast, the ME had to decapitate him in the street for reasons I don't recall. Wowzer.

[@karenbridenthal3180]

Woah.. Why???

[@anna27446]

Most likely because of the device that was around his neck

[@hollymartins6913]

These were some weird-ass people. Not the typical "crew" one would assemble for a major score. Maybe to go look for Elves or "Q", but not anything important. Or even real.

[@jonathan_r_lee92]

I remember watching the dateline episode about him. They said the bomb discharged a bunch of shotgun pellets into his chest killing him instantly. And then the police had to remove the device in a gruesome way.

[@jasta777]

1:45 do you see the face in the clouds

[@m.y.o.b.724]

Goes to show crime doesn't pay and that there's no honor among thieves.

[@THEATREofPAIN270]

Hi Harmin 👋

[@InfamousCrimeLocations]

Hey good to see you!! 👋🙋‍♂️

[@rachaelramos]

You would think the bomb would leave a mark on the concrete