.Medininagar, Palamu district – A rural branch of Jharkhand State Rural Bank in Belwatikar witnessed an unsuccessful robbery attempt on Wednesday night. Burglars tried to break into the bank using sophisticated tools, but the alarm system foiled their plans.According to the police, a group of thieves entered the bank premises under the cover of night. They brought with them gas cylinders, gas cutters, and several other tools, suggesting their intention was to cut open the bank’s vault and steal cash. They likely gained entry through the bank’s rear side or an area with less surveillance.
the alarm system foiled their plans.
As soon as the thieves began their operation, the bank’s automatic alarm system was triggered. Startled by the loud noise, the burglars panicked and had to flee the scene immediately. They abandoned all the equipment they brought, including the gas cylinders and cutters, leaving them behind.
Police Action and Investigation
When bank employees arrived in the morning, they discovered the scattered equipment and signs of the attempted robbery. They promptly informed the police. A police team arrived at the scene and seized all the recovered tools. These tools might provide some crucial clues for the police to track down the thieves.Currently, the police have registered a case and are actively searching for the culprits. They are reviewing CCTV footage from the surrounding areas and trying to gather information from informants. The police stated that they expect to apprehend these criminals soon.
Security Concerns
This incident once again raises questions about the security arrangements of banks located in rural areas. Although the alarm system prevented a major loss this time, it’s crucial for banks to strengthen their security systems to completely prevent such incidents in the future.
