Swift Arrest After Karachi Temple Heist

Police arrested a man in Karachi after gold and jewellery were stolen from the Lakshmi Narayanan temple. The arrest, aided by CCTV footage and mobile tracking, led to the recovery of the stolen items. The suspect confessed to other thefts at smaller temples in the city.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Karachi | Updated: 15-01-2026 17:31 IST | Created: 15-01-2026 17:31 IST
Swift Arrest After Karachi Temple Heist
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In a swift operation, Karachi police arrested a suspect within 18 hours after gold and jewellery were stolen from the Lakshmi Narayanan temple in Nabil Baksh Dholi Khata area. The successful arrest was facilitated by both CCTV footage and mobile location tracking.

ASP Faiz Samoo confirmed the recovery of valuable items including gold and other artifacts. The suspect admitted to engaging in similar thefts at smaller temples throughout the city.

The incident attracted significant attention after the Pakistani Hindu Council lodged a formal complaint, prompting immediate police action. The area is noted for its ancient and revered Hindu temples, receiving regular offerings from worshippers.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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