What is the typical duration of a robbery?

The typical duration of a robbery is generally under 2 minutes. This is primarily due to the nature of robberies, which are often characterized by the need for speed and efficiency to minimize the risk of detection and apprehension. Criminals executing a robbery aim to quickly acquire their desired items or money and escape the scene before law enforcement or witnesses can react.

In high-stress situations, such as a robbery, the perpetrator may have a limited amount of time before people notice what is happening or before security measures are activated. Studies and law enforcement data often indicate that most robbery incidents are completed very quickly to reduce the chance of being caught. Thus, the short duration reflects both the urgency and the calculated approach taken by individuals committing these crimes.

Longer durations, such as between 2 to 5 minutes or more than 10 minutes, are less typical as they increase the risk of police intervention and witness involvement, which can undermine the success of the robbery.