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Crime
Violent clash at Lakhnaur bank leaves couple, youth and senior injured, police uniform torn
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 28 Aug 2026, 02:17 AM
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A dispute over cash withdrawal at a bank in Lakhnaur escalated into a physical altercation, injuring a couple, a young man and an elderly person, while a police officer’s uniform was ripped.
A disagreement erupted at a bank in Lakhnaur when customers attempted to withdraw cash, leading to a physical confrontation. According to local reports, the clash involved a married couple, a young man and an elderly individual who were all beaten during the fray.
Police personnel intervened, but during the scuffle a police officer’s uniform was torn, indicating the intensity of the violence.
The incident has prompted an investigation by the district police, who are collecting statements from the victims and witnesses. No arrests have been reported yet, and authorities have urged the public to maintain calm while the case is examined.
The bank has not released an official comment, but local officials said they will review security protocols to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Police personnel intervened, but during the scuffle a police officer’s uniform was torn, indicating the intensity of the violence.
The incident has prompted an investigation by the district police, who are collecting statements from the victims and witnesses. No arrests have been reported yet, and authorities have urged the public to maintain calm while the case is examined.
The bank has not released an official comment, but local officials said they will review security protocols to prevent similar incidents in the future.