An attempted Nagaur ATM robbery was stopped in Mundwa, Rajasthan, after two men allegedly entered a UCO Bank ATM with a gas cutter to break open the machine. The incident was brought under control after the bank's e-surveillance system sent an alert. Acting quickly, the bank manager reportedly lowered the shutter of the ATM area and trapped the two suspects inside until police arrived. Police later reached the location and arrested both men.

Two Men Entered ATM With Gas Cutter

According to the information available about the incident, the two suspects entered the UCO Bank ATM in Mundwa carrying a gas cutter. Their alleged intention was to break open the ATM and take the cash kept inside. The suspects, however, could not complete the attempt after the bank's security monitoring system detected unusual activity and sent an alert. The quick response by the bank manager prevented the situation from turning into a successful ATM robbery attempt.

Bank Manager Takes Quick Action

The e-surveillance alert played an important role in stopping the incident. After receiving the alert, the bank manager reached the ATM and reportedly brought down the shutter while the suspects were still inside.

This left the two men trapped inside the premises.

The manager then informed the police, allowing officers to reach the location and take control of the situation. The incident highlights the role of electronic monitoring systems in ATM cash security, particularly during attempts to target ATMs outside regular banking hours.

More Than ₹16 Lakh Cash Remains Safe

One of the biggest concerns during the incident was the cash stored inside the ATM. According to the information provided, more than ₹16 lakh was present in the machine. Despite the suspects allegedly entering with equipment to break open the ATM, the cash remained completely safe. The police intervention before the machine could be opened helped prevent a major financial loss.

Police Arrest Two Suspects

Police arrested both suspects after reaching the ATM location. The arrests have allowed investigators to begin examining the circumstances surrounding the alleged robbery attempt. Authorities are expected to investigate how the suspects planned the operation, whether they had carried out similar attempts earlier and whether anyone else was involved. The equipment allegedly used in the attempted crime will also be important to the investigation.

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Security Systems Help Prevent ATM Crimes

The Mundwa incident also shows how bank surveillance systems can help detect suspicious activity quickly. The Rajasthan ATM robbery attempt was stopped before the suspects could remove any money from the machine. Banks increasingly use surveillance cameras, electronic alerts and other monitoring systems to protect ATMs and respond to suspicious activity. In this case, the alert gave the bank manager enough time to act before the alleged robbery could be completed.

Investigation Now Underway

Following the arrests, police are investigating the case and gathering further information about the suspects and their alleged plan. Investigators may also examine CCTV footage and other electronic evidence from the ATM and surrounding area. The focus will be on establishing exactly how the two men entered the premises, what they intended to do and whether the incident was part of a larger plan.