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Crime
Two Haryana Residents Arrested for ATM Fraud in Namakkal, Tamil Nadu
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 14 Oct 2026, 05:17 AM
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Police in Namakkal have detained two individuals from Haryana on suspicion of committing ATM fraud.
Namakkal police announced that two men originating from Haryana were taken into custody after a probe linked them to an ATM fraud scheme in the district. The suspects were apprehended following a coordinated operation by local law‑enforcement agencies.\nThe authorities said the investigation uncovered evidence suggesting the duo manipulated automated teller machines to illicitly withdraw cash, though detailed specifics of the method have not been disclosed. They are being held for further questioning and possible filing of charges under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Information Technology Act.\nPolice officials emphasized that fraud cases involving electronic banking are taken seriously and urged the public to remain vigilant while using ATMs. The investigation remains ongoing, and any additional information will be released as it becomes available.