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Burberry Bandit Strikes Again: Arrested for Sixth Manhattan Heist

1/17/2026

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Cornell Neilly, known as the 'Burberry Bandit', was arrested again for attempting to rob six banks in Manhattan.
The 34-year-old was released from federal prison in May 2024 after serving time for a previous robbery.
He allegedly stole nearly $3,000 during his August to October 2025 spree.
Neilly has 34 prior robbery charges.
Judge Jeffery Gershuny allowed him to remain free on supervised release despite prosecutors' requests for bail.

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Cornell Neilly, known as the 'Burberry Bandit', was arrested again for attempting to rob six banks in Manhattan.
The 34-year-old was released from federal prison in May 2024 after serving time for a previous robbery.
He allegedly stole nearly $3,000 during his August to October 2025 spree.
Neilly has 34 prior robbery charges.
Judge Jeffery Gershuny allowed him to remain free on supervised release despite prosecutors' requests for bail.