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Religious idols stolen from Shree Swaminarayan Temple in Willesden

The Shree Swaminarayan Temple in Willesden was burgled on Friday, 9 November 2018 at around 12.30 pm and several religious idols were stolen.

The Metropolitan police have appealed for information that will help to identify any individuals involved in this incident and to assist in the return of the idols.


Should you have any information about this incident, please call 101 and quote Police Reference Number – 1928781/18.

Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous then please contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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