Hyderabad, Oct. 2 (Maxim News): A man identified as Mohammed Ansari was taken into custody after he allegedly attempted to desecrate an idol at Santoshi Mata Temple in Dilsukhnagar on Friday.
The incident occurred within the Chaitanyapuri police limits when devotees and the temple priest were present, according to the information available.
Ansari allegedly entered the temple and interfered with the idol using sticks or branches. Visuals circulating on social media purportedly show a man entering the temple, placing branches near the idol and leaving the premises.
Police Take Man Into Custody
Police have taken Ansari into custody following the incident. According to police, he is currently undergoing mental-health treatment.
The circumstances surrounding his entry into the temple and the reason for the alleged act are being examined.
Further details regarding the case and any legal action are awaited.
The incident took place in the presence of devotees and the priest.
No information about injuries to devotees or damage to the temple has been reported in the material available so far.
Police are expected to establish the sequence of events and determine the applicable legal provisions based on their investigation. (Maxim News)
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