Police are yet to make a dent in the criminal gang targeting financial institutions and making off with millions by cutting holes in the walls and roofs of buildings.
The most recent incident, which took place sometime over the weekend, was detected yesterday morning.
Police said around 7 am bank employees of First Citizens arrived at the Arima branch and noticed the building broken into. No cash was stolen according to a media release issued by the bank. The bank did warn the public to be vigilant and stated that it has noted with concern the apparent increase in incidents of robbery affecting banks other businesses.
The branch is expected to reopen today.
The burglars in this incident cut a hole in the roof of the bank but left empty handed as the automated teller machines they were targeting had no cash.