Patna’s streets turned into a hotspot for a dramatic police interception Thursday evening. Officers at Digha police station area stopped a suspicious scooter from Gujarat, leading to the recovery of over ₹12 lakh hidden in its dickey.

The scooter carried a couple—a boy and a girl—who appeared nervous during the routine patrol near Jeep Setu. When pressed on the cash origins, they offered no clear answers, prompting a thorough search that revealed the suitcase brimming with notes.

SDPO Divyanshi Jaiswal confirmed the details, explaining how the Gujarat number plate stood out amid local traffic. The find has intensified scrutiny, with police alerting Income Tax sleuths and higher-ups.

Investigators are now racing to trace the money trail: Where did it come from? Where was it headed? Was it black money or proceeds from some shady deal? The pair remains in custody, facing relentless questioning.

Such seizures highlight ongoing efforts to monitor inter-state movements amid election seasons or financial scrutiny periods. The public watches closely as Patna police promise swift justice and full disclosure post-probe.