Bengaluru ATM van heist: Seven arrested, ₹6.29cr recovered

India Nov 23, 2025

Bengaluru Police cracked a major ATM van heist, arresting seven people—including a police constable—after ₹7.11 crore was stolen.
Home Minister G Parameshwara praised the team's quick response and made it clear that any police personnel involved will face strict action.

How it went down—and what's next

The gang, linked to a cash management company, overpowered security staff and took off with the van before splitting the money at a remote spot in Chikkaballapur.
Police have already recovered ₹6.29 crore but are still searching for more suspects as the investigation continues.
The government is also checking if the cash van agency followed RBI rules.