Gang steals Rs1.63 crore from Tasmac by staging a fake accident

Police in Tamil Nadu have disclosed that a group of thieves made away with approximately Rs1.63 crore in cash belonging to the state-run liquor retailer Tasmac. The gang allegedly created a minor road accident near a Tasmac cash depot, using the commotion to gain access to the vault and seize the money.

According to officials, the perpetrators arrived in a vehicle that appeared to be involved in the faux collision, prompting on‑site staff to focus on the incident rather than security protocols. Once the staff were distracted, the assailants broke into the cash locker and fled with the cash.

Investigators have launched a case under sections of the Indian Penal Code dealing with robbery and criminal breach of trust. They are reviewing CCTV footage from the depot and nearby traffic cameras to identify the suspects and trace the stolen funds.

The incident has raised concerns about the security measures at Tasmac outlets, prompting the corporation to announce an internal audit of cash handling and storage procedures across its network.