Archive · 13 Aug 2025
Ballari Police Stop ATM Robbery, Arrest Suspect After Struggle
Imagine someone trying to steal money from a bank machine late at night.
In Ballari, India, the police got a tip and found a man named Venkatesh trying to take the cash box from an Axis Bank ATM.
The police officer, Mallikarjuna, surprised the man, but he fought back.
There was a bit of a wrestling match, and witnesses said it looked like a circus!
Luckily, more officers arrived to help.
They caught the man and took him to the police station.
The whole thing was caught on camera, and the police were praised for being brave.
Ballari police arrested a suspect attempting to rob an Axis Bank ATM.
The suspect, Venkatesh from Andhra Pradesh, was caught red-handed.
Assistant Sub-Inspector Mallikarjuna confronted the suspect.
A physical struggle ensued, described as a 'circus act' by witnesses.
Backup arrived, and the suspect was subdued and taken into custody.
- Who
- Venkatesh from Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh attempted the robbery; ASI Mallikarjuna and Constable Ningappa were involved in the arrest.
- What
- Police foiled an ATM robbery and arrested the suspect.
- When
- During a late-night operation.
- Where
- Ballari, India, at an Axis Bank ATM near Kalamma Circle.
- Why
- The motive for the robbery is not stated.
Police Action
No opposing view.
Officer's Bravery
Police Action
The officers showed bravery in stopping the robbery.
No opposing view.
No opposing view.
- Suspect
- Venkatesh
- Location
- Ballari, India
- Type of Crime
- ATM Robbery
- Bank
- Axis Bank
- Arresting Officers
- ASI Mallikarjuna, Constable Ningappa
- Police Response
- Acting on intelligence