A man, accused of a significant financial crime, escaped from police custody on Monday, December 22, 2025, after an audacious act of locking his escorting officers inside a dhaba. The suspect, who was in the custody of a Haryana cyber police team, is alleged to have been involved in a cheating case amounting to ₹1.1 crore.

The incident unfolded while the police team was transporting the accused. Details remain limited, but reports indicate that the accused managed to confine the officers within the roadside restaurant before making his escape. The exact circumstances of how he managed to lock the officers in and flee are still under investigation.

Law enforcement agencies immediately launched a manhunt to apprehend the escaped suspect. After a brief period on the run, the man was successfully taken back into custody. Further details regarding his recapture have not yet been released by the authorities.

The incident raises questions about security protocols during the transportation of accused individuals. An internal review is expected to be conducted to assess the circumstances that led to the escape and to identify any lapses in procedure. The Haryana cyber police have not yet released an official statement, but are likely to address the security concerns.

This incident follows a recent riot at Ludhiana Central Jail on the same day, where jail staff were violently attacked, resulting in injuries to the jail superintendent. These events highlight the challenges law enforcement faces in maintaining security and order within the region.