Attempted Robbery at Nagaland State Cooperative Bank in Kohima
In an alarming incident, an attempted robbery took place at the Nagaland State Cooperative Bank located in PR Hill, Kohima, this morning. The Additional Superintendent of Police Kohima and PRO, T Relo Aye, reported the incident to Akashvani News Kohima, stating that it was brought to the police’s attention around 7:30 AM. The initial discovery was made by a tenant shopkeeper who detected smoke and promptly contacted the fire department.
According to the investigation, the accused attempted to break open the vault without success. However, one computer at the counter was completely burned, and the CCTV system was destroyed. Aye mentioned that the hard disk of the CCTV has been retrieved and is currently under examination. The exact number of individuals involved in the attempted robbery is yet to be ascertained, but Aye suggested that the culprit must be familiar with the bank’s layout.
To investigate the case thoroughly, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) consisting of four members has been formed, led by the Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO). Aye also appealed to the business community to install CCTV cameras in their shops, emphasizing their role in aiding investigations.
The Nagaland State Cooperative Bank has already lodged a First Information Report (FIR) at the South Police Station in Kohima.