First National Bank Robbery - Temecula, CA
Posted by: bluesnote
N 33° 29.604 W 117° 08.940
11S E 486159 N 3705997
One of many historical markers in old town Temecula.
Waymark Code: WM13VEX
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 02/22/2021
Views: 1
The plaque says, "Built in 1912 by Eli Barnett. Completed in 1914, the Temecula bank was locally owned and known as the "Pawn Shop" by its rancher directors. The bank was robbed on August 13th, 1930. The robber was promptly captured by townspeople and the loot was recovered in full. The bank's doors remained open during the depression and was eventually closed in 1941. For many years the second floor served as the community center and dance hall."
Date of crime: 08/13/1930
Public access allowed: yes
Fee required: no
Web site: Not listed
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