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Temple Crown and Gold Stolen by Teen Thief
2 Jul
Summary
- A silver crown and gold ornaments were stolen from a temple.
- CCTV footage showed a 17-18 year old suspect entering the premises.
- The theft occurred overnight in Japla, Palamu, police are investigating.
Thieves made off with a silver crown and gold ornaments from a Durga Mandir located on Station Road in Japla, Palamu. The incident occurred during the night between Wednesday and Thursday.
Surveillance footage captured a young individual, estimated to be around 17 to 18 years old, entering the temple grounds. The stolen items included a silver crown, a gold nose ring, and a gold mang tika.
The temple priest discovered the burglary when he arrived for morning prayers and subsequently filed a report. Authorities suspect the accused gained access through an unsecured area near the temple's dome.
Investigations are underway, with local jewelers being monitored as part of the inquiry. The suspect was observed near the temple carrying a backpack, appearing to be a student.
