Robbers steal Rs8m in DI Khan bank heist, kidnap staff
The robbery at alBaraka bank was the second consecutive bank heist in the city, despite the increase of security measures. PHOTO: PPI
In a bold daylight heist, armed robbers looted a private bank's cash van on Daraban Road in Dera Ismail Khan, stealing Rs8 million and kidnapping the staff.
The incident occurred near a local cemetery where the robbers abandoned the van after taking the money and staff.
Police reported that the robbers intercepted the van, seized the cash, and forced the staff into their vehicle before fleeing towards Daraban road.
The van was found deserted near the cemetery shortly after the robbery.
Upon receiving the report, local police swiftly arrived at the scene and began collecting evidence.
The authorities have launched an intensive investigation to track down the culprits and recover the stolen funds.