ATM Robbers in Tinsukia Open Fire on Guards, 1 Killed

Tinsukia, January 29, 2020:

A security person of an ATM has been killed in a firing incident in Assam’s Tinsukia district on Wednesday evening.

According to reports, the firing took place between four-five dacoits in the Rupai Siding area of Tinsukia. They were attempting to loot the ATM of State Bank of India (SBI).

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The security person has been identified as Simu Buragohain. The dacoits fled the scene after they shot at the security.

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Police investigation is going on. However, they informed that the dacoits have fled towards Kakopothar.

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It may be mentioned here that ATM loot has become a major security concern over the past few months. Recently, police nabbed at least nine dacoits who were planning for ATM loot in Guwahati.

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