A case has been registered at Melkote in Karnataka following a suspected theft of the temple hundi. According to the complaint, the wires of the CCTV camera at the temple were found severed and the DVR was burnt, leading authorities to suspect that miscreants may have stolen the temple's donation box.
Incident Details
The incident came to light when temple authorities arrived in the morning and discovered the damage to the surveillance system. The severed wires and burnt DVR suggest a deliberate attempt to disable security measures before the theft. Police have registered a case and are investigating the matter.
Investigation Underway
Local police have launched an investigation, collecting evidence from the scene and questioning temple staff and nearby residents. The exact amount stolen is yet to be determined. Authorities are also checking if any other temples in the region have faced similar incidents.
This incident has raised concerns about the security of religious institutions in the area. Temple management has been advised to strengthen security protocols, including installing tamper-proof cameras and alarm systems.
