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Crime
AC Compressor Wire Theft Plagues Jalandhar Temples and Shops
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 13 Sep 2026, 06:16 PM
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Residents of Jalandhar report a surge in thefts of AC compressor pipe‑wire from local temples and retail outlets, prompting police to investigate.
Police in Jalandhar have received multiple complaints over the past week about theft of AC compressor pipe‑wire from several temples and small shops in the city. The stolen copper cables, used in air‑conditioning units, are valuable and can be sold on the black market.
The Punjab Police have opened a case and are conducting a joint operation with the local municipal corporation to identify the culprits. CCTV footage from a few affected premises is being reviewed, and witnesses have been called for statements.
Temple authorities have tightened security, installing additional locks and hiring security guards. Shop owners are also urging the community to report any suspicious activity. The police have urged residents to remain vigilant and to report any thefts immediately.
The Punjab Police have opened a case and are conducting a joint operation with the local municipal corporation to identify the culprits. CCTV footage from a few affected premises is being reviewed, and witnesses have been called for statements.
Temple authorities have tightened security, installing additional locks and hiring security guards. Shop owners are also urging the community to report any suspicious activity. The police have urged residents to remain vigilant and to report any thefts immediately.