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The three train robberies should act as a wake-up call for the authorities,” said Kailash Mhatre, another commuter. The thieves had cut off the wires near the signal junction box, again forcing the train driver to halt.“They cut the wires at the signal junction boxes. CLEARED SKHERNashik: Passengers travelling through Bhusawal division have been at risk for the past two months with robbers striking long-distance trains in the night. At least two more cases with similar modus operandi have been reported in the division.On Friday, over five thieves allegedly cut off the wires at the signal junction box to turn the signal red. Once the train halts, one thief props up himself with the help of an accomplice and snatches the valuables through any window..