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Alleged sacrilege probe underway

Kreetika Kumar Multimedia Journalist [email protected]

April 13, 2025 9:50 am

Rakiraki Police are investigating a case of alleged sacrilege where sound equipment was stolen from a temple yesterday.

The suspect had allegedly forcefully entered the Dugapatu Mariamman Temple and stole sound equipment worth more than $1,000.

Police officers have been conducting house to house enquiries with the focus on the quick arrest of the suspect.

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Investigation continues.

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