Nagaland: Prime suspect in SBI robbery surrenders to Kohima police

Dimapur: Following a relentless and intensive manhunt operation by the Kohima police, the prime accused in the October 31 attempted armed robbery case at the Chedema branch of the SBI surrendered at the North police station in Kohima on Thursday, the Kohima police PRO said in a release on Friday.

The sustained pressure applied by the Kohima police left the suspect, Vitoulu Domeh (35), with no escape route, compelling him to surrender, according to the release.

He is now in the custody of the Kohima police.

The accused, who had terrorised bank staff using a pistol and a body-worn explosive device, was identified and pursued based on credible intelligence and public support.

The release stated his surrender is a direct result of the unwavering resolve of the Kohima police to bring perpetrators to justice.

It further stated that the investigation is ongoing to uncover all facets of the case.

Kohima police expressed gratitude to the public and the media for their crucial cooperation in the case.

Earlier, the police said the swift and courageous intervention of the on-duty bank security guards prevented the robbery.

The bank guards also recovered the entire amount and seized the pistol from the miscreant. However, the suspect managed to escape from the scene after the incident.