DK SP Sudheer Kumar Reddy inspects Marakatha Temple, where thieves have stolen idol and gold ornaments.
Thieves gained entry into Marakatha Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple at Nalkooru village in
Sullia taluk and decamped with Utsava Murthy idol along with gold and silver ornaments.
The incident came to light when priest Sri Rama Bhat visited the temple on Friday morning to offer Anna Prasada to fish in the river that flows besides the temple. A CCTV camera was found on the path leading to the river. Even the door lock was removed from the temple.
Along with the Utsava Murthy, a silver Kavacha, a silver crown, a golden Mangalasutra, two chains made of Marakatha gem and golden chains have been stolen.
SP Sudheer Kumar Reddy visited the spot.