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Tampang Ganda, 42, faces charges after allegedly stripping a Tanjungbalai residence of furniture, metal window frames, and doors.

Details of the Theft

Authorities in Tanjungbalai have detained a 42-year-old man, identified as Tampang Ganda, following a significant residential burglary on Jalan T Amir Hamzah. The suspect allegedly targeted a home belonging to a resident who had been away in Medan for several months.

According to investigative reports, the perpetrator did not merely take portable valuables but systematically dismantled parts of the structure itself. The theft included:

• Various pieces of household furniture
• Metal window frames
• Interior and exterior doors

Investigation and Arrest

The homeowner was reportedly away from the property for an extended period, providing an opportunity for the suspect to access the premises. Local law enforcement intervened after discovering the extensive damage and the missing structural components of the house.

The suspect was taken into custody by the Tanjungbalai police following the discovery of the crime. Investigators are currently processing the scene to determine the full extent of the property damage and to recover any remaining stolen items.

The case highlights a pattern of aggressive theft where structural elements are targeted for resale. Police continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the breach of the residence on Jalan T Amir Hamzah.