They also stole two pistols and a Kalashnikov from the bank’s private security guards as they were held hostage.

According to the bank staff, the robbers stayed inside the bank for about five to ten minutes, escaping with the money and weapons.

Police and security forces reached the bank soon after the robbery.

They have started an investigation and are checking CCTV footage to identify the robbers.

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