Strange window crank retainers

Looks to me like someone broke off an allan wrench in the bolt.If all else fails I'd drill it and use an easy out on it.

Agree with you. Broken off allen. Also looks like the bolt might be corroded to the window crank, penetrating oil to soften that up a little. Once the bolt is out you might need some inside the bolt hole to help release it on the regulator shaft to remove it without breaking the handle.