Robbers Attempt to Loot Sonali Bank by Digging Tunnel

Local Correspondent

A group of robbers attempted to loot the Sonali Bank sub-branch in Borobari, Lalmonirhat Sadar Upazila, by digging a tunnel, but their plans were foiled after the night guard raised the alarm.

The incident occurred in the early hours of Monday, January 27. According to locals, the night guard discovered the robbers’ activities and shouted for help. Hearing his cries, the robbers fled before neighbors could arrive. Upon inspection, residents found a tunnel dug near the back wall of the bank.

Raj Miah, the manager of the Borobari branch of Sonali Bank, said, “After receiving the night guard’s report, I immediately visited the site and informed law enforcement. The robbers tried to dig a tunnel to enter the bank but failed. All money and assets remain intact. Police and army personnel conducted searches at the scene.”

Lalmonirhat Sadar Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Mohammad Noor Nabi stated, “The incident is under serious investigation. Army personnel were also present at the site.”

Borobari Union Parishad Chairman Nazmul Huda Limon confirmed, “The robbers attempted to enter the bank through a tunnel from the rear. Thanks to the night guard’s vigilance, they were forced to flee. Police and army teams thoroughly searched the area.”