Major Gold Heist at Tanishq Jewellery Showroom in Madurai; 15–20 kg Gold Reportedly Stolen

MADURAI:
A major jewellery theft has been reported at a Tanishq showroom in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, with an estimated 15 to 20 kilograms of gold ornaments reportedly stolen.

The incident took place late Wednesday night, November 11, 2026, at the TATA Tanishq jewellery showroom in the Palanganatham area, along Bypass Road.

According to police, CCTV footage indicates that a lone suspect entered the building through a lift passage connected to the top floor. Investigators are examining the available surveillance footage to reconstruct how the suspect accessed the premises and carried out the theft.

The theft came to light later that night, prompting an investigation by the local police. Officers are working to identify the suspect and establish the exact sequence of events.

The reported quantity of stolen gold and its total market value have not yet been officially confirmed. Further investigation is underway