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Crime
Attempted ATM robbery near Halwara Air Force base triggers alarm, cash secured
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 21 Aug 2026, 02:38 PM
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Thieves tried to loot an ATM close to the Indian Air Force base at Halwara; the alarm sounded and they fled empty‑handed, leaving the cash untouched.
An attempted robbery at an automated teller machine located near the Indian Air Force base in Halwara was foiled when the security alarm went off, prompting the suspects to flee without taking any cash. Local police arrived promptly and secured the site, confirming that the cash stored in the machine remained untouched.
The incident follows a series of thefts reported in the vicinity of the Halwara airbase over the past few days, prompting officials to question the adequacy of current security measures around the defence installation. Authorities have launched an investigation to identify the perpetrators and to assess any lapses in surveillance.
No injuries were reported, and the ATM continues to operate normally. The police have urged residents and personnel in the area to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
The incident underscores growing concerns about criminal activity near strategic defence locations, and officials have indicated that additional security protocols may be reviewed.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
The incident follows a series of thefts reported in the vicinity of the Halwara airbase over the past few days, prompting officials to question the adequacy of current security measures around the defence installation. Authorities have launched an investigation to identify the perpetrators and to assess any lapses in surveillance.
No injuries were reported, and the ATM continues to operate normally. The police have urged residents and personnel in the area to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
The incident underscores growing concerns about criminal activity near strategic defence locations, and officials have indicated that additional security protocols may be reviewed.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.