Bandits stole the proceeds from a walkathon fundraiser held by Siparia SDA Primary School on February 12. The theft was discovered on March 5, one day after the money was brought into the school by students and parents. Investigators suspect the criminals crawled through a small rectangular window above a toilet to gain access to the compound and steal the funds from an office. Police responded and are searching for the perpetrators. School officials declined to comment on the matter.
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This is the 2nd burglary reported in Siparia in 2026.
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Community Standing: Stable — Siparia
Gate & Window Check: Ensure all ground-floor windows have secure burglar bars or grilles, and check that louvre blades cannot be easily removed from outside. Secondary gate padlocks in working condition are often the simplest deterrent in areas with this risk profile.
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