
In a daring and audacious act, a group of motorcycle-riding criminals executed a heist on the Forbesganj-Jogbani NH-57 in Bihar’s Araria district, successfully making off with a staggering ₹12 lakh. The brazen robbery targeted three bank employees who were transporting the cash to the Fulkaha branch of Bandhan Bank.
As the bank staff members traveled in their car, they soon became aware of four robbers tailing them on two motorcycles. Gripped by fear, the car driver lost control of the vehicle and collided with the divider on the Rampur overbridge, creating chaos on the road. In the midst of the confusion, one of the motorcycles crashed into the car, adding to the pandemonium.
Seizing the opportunity, the three remaining criminals swiftly snatched the bag of money and vanished into thin air, leaving the bank employees in shock and despair. However, the resourceful villagers in the vicinity of the incident refused to let the criminals escape without consequence. They rushed to the scene and discovered one of the injured robbers attempting to hide amidst a maize farm. Acting swiftly, the villagers apprehended the criminal, ensuring that justice would be served.
Promptly informed of the situation, the Forbesganj police swiftly arrived at the scene and swiftly transported both the injured bank employees and the captured criminal to the sub-divisional hospital for urgent medical attention. While the captured criminal, hailing from Purnea, has been placed under arrest, his three accomplices managed to evade capture, disappearing into the shadows with the stolen loot.
Undeterred by this setback, the determined authorities have launched a relentless manhunt, leaving no stone unturned in their pursuit of the fugitives. With their eyes firmly fixed on bringing the remaining culprits to justice, the police are determined to recover the stolen funds and ensure that the criminals face the full force of the law.
As for the bank employees, identified as Rakesh Kumar Mandal, Rakesh Kumar Mahto, Rajkumar Thakur, and driver Ram Kumar, their ordeal is far from over. After receiving initial medical treatment, they have been referred to a higher health center, where they will receive the care and support necessary to overcome the physical and emotional trauma they endured during this harrowing incident.
This brazen robbery serves as a stark reminder of the need for heightened vigilance and stronger security measures to protect not only the assets of financial institutions but also the safety and well-being of their employees. In the face of adversity, it is crucial that we stand united and unwavering in our commitment to combating crime and ensuring a safer future for all.