Two men arrested for allegedly breaking into Balestier temple, stealing cash from donation boxes
They are expected to be charged on Aug 18 and could face up to 10 years’ jail and a fine.
Two men were apprehended on August 16 following an alleged break-in at a temple in Balestier in April, during which cash from donation boxes was stolen, according to police. The incident came to light when they were alerted to a suspected housebreaking and theft at a temple on Tai Gin Road around 12:30 AM on April 2. Authorities discovered that a sum of approximately $300 to $400 had been taken from the premises.
Further investigation revealed that the two men, both Chinese nationals aged 43 and 50, utilized a card wrapped in adhesive tape to remove cash from the temple's donation boxes. Through the assistance of CCTV images, the police were able to identify the suspects. It was also determined that the two men had departed Singapore on the same day the offense occurred, leading to their arrest upon their return to the country on August 16.
The stolen funds were allegedly utilized by the men. The police announced that the two individuals are anticipated to face charges on August 18 for housebreaking and theft with a common intent. A conviction for these crimes could result in up to 10 years of imprisonment and a fine. The police also provided advice to property owners, urging them to implement crime prevention measures such as utilizing high-quality locks, installing a burglar alarm, and refraining from storing large quantities of cash or valuables on their premises.
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