Kozhikode, Aug. 12 -- Police arrested a migrant labourer from Assam today in the alleged attempt to break open the State Bank of India (SBI) ATM by using a gas cutter machine, at Kalanthode in the wee hours.
According to police, they arrested Babul Haq (25) of Assam.
The incident took place around 2:30 am, when a police team led by Sub Inspector Pradeep Kumar were on the usual night patrolling at Kunnamangalam and nearby areas.
They noticed the partially opened door of the SBI ATM, which was located about 50 metres from the road. They rushed to the ATM counter and found the accused using gas cutters to attempt to break open the ATM.
The accused tried to run away, but was apprehended.
No money was lost from the ATM. However, police inves...