Midnight Heist at Akola’s Salasar Temple: Police Deploy LCB, Dog Squad, and Forensic Teams to Trace Thieves Behind Gold and Silver Loot

Gold and silver ornaments were stolen from Akola’s Salasar Temple during a 3 a.m. break-in. LCB, forensic teams, and a dog squad have launched a coordinated investigation to trace the thieves.

Akola | October 23, 2025: A daring midnight theft at the Salasar Temple in Akola has sparked a major police investigation after unknown miscreants broke into the shrine and looted gold and silver ornaments from the donation box. The incident took place around 3 a.m. under the Old City Police Station limits, shocking devotees and local residents alike.

Soon after the crime was reported, teams from the Local Crime Branch (LCB), dog squad, and forensic department reached the scene. Officers cordoned off the temple premises, collected fingerprints, and began reviewing CCTV footage from the temple and surrounding areas to identify the suspects. Police sources revealed that the culprits appeared to have precise knowledge of the temple’s layout, suggesting a planned operation rather than a random break-in.

The exact quantity and value of the stolen items are still being verified by temple authorities. Forensic experts have also been called in to analyze physical evidence, while dog squads traced scent trails in the nearby lanes. Locals expressed concern over repeated incidents of temple thefts in the region and demanded stronger night patrols to prevent such crimes.

Senior police officials confirmed that all resources are being utilized to solve the case swiftly. The investigation remains active, and police believe that CCTV analysis and forensic leads could soon help identify the culprits behind the temple heist.

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