Sindhuli SBI Bank robbery: seven arrested, cash and weapons seized

Summary

Seven suspects have been arrested in connection with the robbery of over Rs 3.1 crore from the Nepal SBI Bank branch in Sindhuli. Police recovered most of the stolen cash and seized weapons and a vehicle used in the heist.

Key Points
  • Seven people were arrested for robbing Rs 3,10,95,283 from Nepal SBI Bank in Sindhuli.
  • Police recovered Rs 2,68,55,175 from the stolen amount.
  • Weapons including a plastic pistol and kukris, along with masks, were seized from suspects.
  • The robbery plan was formulated months earlier and involved rented vehicles and multiple suspects.
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