12 October, 2026 – Kurigram, Bangladesh: Several Hindu religious idols and puja items, including Radha-Krishna and Gopal idols, were allegedly stolen from a family temple in Shibram Rangatipara, under Kathalbari Union of Kurigram Sadar Upazila. Police have detained four suspects for questioning in connection with the theft.
The incident reportedly occurred at around 8:15 p.m. on Sunday, October 11, at the Radha-Gobinda family temple belonging to Haripada Roy.
According to local sources, unidentified individuals allegedly broke the lock on the temple’s metal grille to enter the premises. They reportedly stole brass and bronze idols of Radha-Krishna, a Gopal idol, along with bronze water vessels, bells and a traditional metal gong, before fleeing.
Four Suspects Detained
The four individuals detained for questioning have been identified as:
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Md. Jalil, 23, son of the late Abdul Kader
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Md. Jewel, 21, son of the late Tarish
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Apel, 24, son of Nazrul Islam
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Ashikur Rahman, 22, son of Abu Tayeb Ali
All four are reportedly residents of the Kathalbari Union area.
Dhiman Kumar Roy, son of Haripada Roy, confirmed the theft and said the family informed the police after discovering the incident. Police reportedly arrived at the scene promptly and later detained the suspects following an investigation.
Kamal Hossain, officer-in-charge of Kurigram Sadar Police Station, confirmed the detentions. He said police conducted overnight operations and detained four suspects in connection with the theft of the idols.
