Thiruvananthapuram, Jan. 9 -- The Crime Branch has arrested Thantri Kandharar Rajeevar (66), the chief priest (Tantri) of Sabarimala and the 13th accused, in connection with the Sabarimala gold theft case.

He is currently being questioned by the Special Investigation Team (SIT), the Kerala police said.

After a medical examination at Thiruvananthapuram General Hospital, the "Tantri" will be produced before the Kollam Vigilance Court. As court hours have ended, he will be presented at the judge's residence.

The arrest was recorded under Crime No. 3701/CB/CU-IV/TVPM/D/2025 and is based on multiple charges, including criminal breach of trust, forgery, criminal conspiracy, and provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act.

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