Bank of India(BOI) Branch Hit by Explosion During Alleged Robbery Attempt

Bank of India branch on Parasia Road in Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, was the scene of a significant heist attempt. After cutting the shutter, the accused entered the bank while it was closed and attempted to break into the lockers. But the cops arrived on the scene in time to put an end to the robbery. However, the events that followed were even more horrific and deadly.

Superintendent of Police Ajay Pandey claims that at approximately 11:30 a.m., the police were notified that the Bank of India branch's shutter had been broken. Police had to go through two shutters in order to reach the first-floor bank branch.

When police tried to enter the bank, the accused lit a rope bomb (string bomb) filled with fuel. Panic resulted from the bomb's explosion. The accused wanted to frighten the policemen and flee the bank, according to the police.

Sub-Inspector Narayan Baghel pursued the accused in spite of the explosion. The accused used a sharp instrument that resembled a dagger to assault him during the pursuit. SI Narayan Baghel sustained a finger injury. He caught the accused in spite of his injuries. Soon later, other police officers arrived at the scene, and the accused was arrested.

The forensic team discovered that the accused had set fire to the bank's file department during the investigation. Additionally, he attempted to break into a locker, but the police arrived before he could take any money or goods. Despite reaching the lockers and trunks, the accused was unable to unlock them.

According to police, the bank was not manned by a security guard at the time of the event. The accused entered the bank by taking advantage of the lack of security. However, because the police arrived in time, no money or valuables were taken.

Initially, police suspected that two people were involved in the robbery. However, CCTV footage showed that only one person had entered the bank. Police searched the entire bank premises but did not find any other suspect. The arrested accused is being questioned to find out whether he had any accomplices. Further action will be taken based on the investigation.