Crime News

In a daring daylight robbery, three unidentified men armed with knives and iron rods looted a private bank branch located in a busy commercial area on Monday afternoon. According to police sources, the accused entered the bank posing as customers and suddenly threatened staff and visitors, forcing them to hand over cash from the counters. The robbery lasted less than ten minutes, during which the suspects managed to escape with an estimated ₹18 lakh. No serious injuries were reported, though several customers were left traumatized. CCTV footage has been collected, and special police teams have been formed to track down the suspects. Authorities have urged the public to share any information that may help the investigation.

A major cybercrime racket was busted after police arrested two individuals involved in running a fake online job scam. The accused allegedly targeted unemployed youth by posting attractive job advertisements on social media and job portals, promising high salaries and work-from-home opportunities. Victims were asked to pay “registration” and “training” fees before receiving appointment letters. Once the money was transferred, all communication was cut off. Police stated that more than 300 people across multiple states were cheated, with losses exceeding ₹50 lakh. Digital evidence, bank records, and laptops were seized during the raid. Officials have advised citizens to verify job offers and avoid making upfront payments.