A Hindu temple in Brampton, Ontario (Canada), was robbed in broad daylight during Thanksgiving week, leaving devotees stunned and prompting calls for stronger protection of places of worship.
The Hindu American Foundation described it as a “disturbing incident”, saying:
“A local Hindu temple was robbed in broad daylight, with bystanders seemingly frozen, possibly fearing the thieves were armed. Our places of worship must be protected.”
Footage of the robbery at the Ganesh (Vinayagar) Temple went viral within minutes. The video shows a masked man lifting the donation box and calmly walking out as the alarm blares and red lights flash.
At least four devotees and the priest were inside the temple at the time. Shocked and unsure how to react, none intervened as the thief left with the box. The priest can be seen staring in disbelief, while other worshippers also appear frozen.
The incident sparked widespread dismay online, with users posting messages and emojis expressing astonishment and heartbreak over the brazen theft.
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