San Jose Couple Charged in $18,000 Ornament Theft from Hindu Temple

A San Jose couple has been charged in connection with the theft of $18,000 worth of ornaments from a Hindu temple in the city. The incident occurred on October 14, 2023, at the Sri Venkateswara Temple on Saratoga-Sunnyvale Road. The suspects gained entry to the temple by breaking a window and then stole the ornaments from the main altar.

The stolen items included a gold-plated idol and several other valuable ornaments. The total value of the stolen items is estimated to be $18,000. The couple, identified as John Doe and Jane Smith, were arrested on October 15, 2023, after a thorough investigation by the San Jose Police Department. They were charged with burglary and theft. The suspects escaped the scene without causing any injuries to the temple staff or damaging any other property. The police have appealed to the public for any additional information that could help in the ongoing investigation.