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Masked Man Fails ATM Heist in Supaul
12 Nov
Summary
- A masked man attempted to rob a PNB ATM in Supaul but failed to access cash.
- The suspect used an iron rod to damage the ATM's shutter and keypad.
- Police arrested the accused swiftly using CCTV footage from the incident.
In Bihar's Supaul district, a masked assailant's attempt to steal cash from a Punjab National Bank ATM was unsuccessful. The incident occurred last night at Simrahi Bazaar, where the thief, finding no security guard present, used an iron rod to damage the ATM's shutter, keypad, and cash dispenser. Despite his efforts, the cash box remained intact, preserving the bank's funds.
The damage was discovered by property owner Kundan Sah, who promptly informed the Raghopur police. Upon arrival, officers observed the extensive damage to the machine. Examination of CCTV footage provided crucial evidence, clearly showing the suspect's face and the vandalism he committed.
Birpur SDPO Pawan Kumar confirmed the motive was cash theft and stated that police acted swiftly on the complaint. The suspect was identified and apprehended thanks to the CCTV recordings. The arrested individual has been placed in judicial custody while the police continue their investigation into the attempted ATM robbery.
