Unidentified armed miscreants allegedly robbed a State Bank of India (SBI) branch in Odisha’s Mayurbhanj district, making off with approximately Rs 27 lakh. The incident occurred around 10:15 am when five masked men, riding two motorcycles, arrived at the bank. Three of them entered the building, with one of them brandishing a gun and threatening the employees. The robbers also assaulted some of the employees, leaving them injured. They then fled the scene on their motorcycles, leaving behind a trail of chaos.
The police were quick to respond to the scene and began investigating the incident. They are currently examining the available CCTV footage to identify and trace the culprits. A scientific team and a dog squad have been roped in to assist in the investigation.
According to reports, the robbers targeted the Bahalda branch of SBI in Mayurbhanj district, causing significant financial losses to the bank and emotional distress to the employees. The police are working tirelessly to apprehend the perpetrators and recover the stolen money. The incident has sent shockwaves in the region, raising concerns about the lack of adequate security measures at the bank. The police investigation is ongoing, and more details are expected to emerge as the probe unfolds.