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Crime
Thief breaks lock, steals donation box from ancient Hanuman temple in Hat, Dhamoh
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 12 Nov 2026, 07:32 PM
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A masked intruder forced open the lock of an ancient Hanuman temple in Hat, Dhamoh district on Wednesday night and stole the donation box, which is believed to contain Rs 40,000‑50,000. CCTV footage captured the act and police are searching for the suspect.
A masked individual broke the lock of the centuries‑old Hanuman temple located in the Kakarai area of Navodaya Ward, Hat, Dhamoh district, on Wednesday night. The thief made off with the donation box that, according to temple officials, likely held between Rs 40,000 and Rs 50,000.
Surveillance cameras installed at the temple recorded the entire incident, showing the perpetrator forcing the lock and carrying away the box. The footage has been handed over to local police for identification.
Authorities have opened a case of theft and are actively seeking the suspect. Police have appealed to the public for any information that could help locate the culprit and recover the stolen funds.
The temple management has expressed concern over the breach of security and is reviewing safety measures to prevent future incidents.
Investigations are ongoing, and further updates will be provided as the case progresses.
Surveillance cameras installed at the temple recorded the entire incident, showing the perpetrator forcing the lock and carrying away the box. The footage has been handed over to local police for identification.
Authorities have opened a case of theft and are actively seeking the suspect. Police have appealed to the public for any information that could help locate the culprit and recover the stolen funds.
The temple management has expressed concern over the breach of security and is reviewing safety measures to prevent future incidents.
Investigations are ongoing, and further updates will be provided as the case progresses.