Man arrested for damaging mosque property in Kodambakkam
A 30-year-old man was arrested for vandalizing a mosque in Kodambakkam, Chennai. Police noted the suspect has a history of mental health issues and had reportedly stopped taking his prescribed medication.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the intersection of mental health crises and public safety, prompting discussions on community security and support systems for individuals with psychiatric conditions.
The Vadapalani police arrested a 30-year-old man for allegedly trespassing into a mosque in Kodambakkam and vandalising materials inside the premises during the early hours of Wednesday.
Police said D. Saravanan, a native of Pudukkottai, was working and staying at a parotta shop in Pondy Bazaar for the past three months. The shop owner had reportedly dismissed him after he repeatedly broke items at the workplace during sudden outbursts.
Around 5 a.m. on Wednesday, Saravanan allegedly broke open the mosque gate and entered the premises without permission. He then damaged microphones, a CCTV camera, a Wi-Fi modem, chairs and table fans, smashed windowpanes, and tore a copy of the Quran, police said. He sustained an injury to his right hand during the incident.
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