London CNN —The number of bank robberies in Denmark fell to zero last year, as beefed-up security and reduced use of cash in the Nordic country make holdups less lucrative.
In 2021, Denmark had just one bank robbery, according to data from Finance Denmark, an industry group for lenders.
Increased camera surveillance, improved alarm systems and stronger cooperation with the police have helped to bring the number down, according to Michael Busk-Jepsen, director of digitalization at Finance Denmark.
Of around 800 bank branches in Denmark, only about 20 still have staff handling deposits and withdrawals, Busk-Jepsen told CNN.
Cash withdrawals have fallen by about 75% over the last six years, Bloomberg reported, citing central bank data.