Three held, Amman idol seized in attempted idol smuggling near Kancheepuram
The Idol Wing-CID in Tamil Nadu arrested three men and recovered a stolen metal Amman idol near Kancheepuram. The suspects were caught attempting to transport the stolen artifact, which is believed to have been taken from a local temple.
Why it matters
The recovery of stolen religious artifacts is a significant issue in cultural heritage preservation and law enforcement in India.
The Idol Wing-CID has arrested three men and seized a stolen metal Amman idol, suspected to be stolen, while foiling an alleged idol smuggling bid near Kancheepuram.
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