Temple Thief Caught Snoozing After Heist

An unusual burglary incident unfolded at the Kuzhuvalvattam Sree Bhagathy temple in Kudappanamoodu, Amboori, where an accused thief was apprehended in a rather compromising position.

Identified as Senthil, aged 40 and hailing from Tamil Nadu, the man allegedly broke into the temple office, stealing Rs 8,500 in cash. However, fatigue seemed to get the better of the alleged thief as he fell asleep on the scene.

The surprising sight greeted temple committee members as they arrived at work early Saturday morning. The doors were shattered, and the culprit lay asleep inside. The authorities were immediately notified, leading to his arrest by Vellarada police. Already a suspect in multiple theft cases, Senthil was later presented in court and remanded to judicial custody.