Thirteen security windows belonging to 12 businesses at the Victoria Urban Terminal in Port-Louis, Mauritius, were damaged between Wednesday evening and Thursday morning. The incident occurred between 10 PM on November 4 and 6 AM on November 5 in Zone C of the terminal. The damaged stores include Body & Soul, Ibiza, Quadis, Golden Rose, Coco Tea, Funky Fish, Golden Curl, Pure, Iqbal Coiffure, Bargello, Yadea, and Artisan Coffee.
The damaged windows are made of laminated glass, measuring between 60 and 80 centimeters in width and 2.5 meters in height. The replacement cost for each window is estimated to be between Rs 35,000 and Rs 40,000, depending on the dimensions. A total of 13 windows were damaged, with estimated total damages of Rs 520,000. The terminal has security measures in place, including daily surveillance by Caudan Security agents and CCTV cameras.
According to reports, security agents were on duty during the time of the incident. The CCTV footage may help shed light on the circumstances surrounding the damage. An investigation was launched, and a suspect, 29-year-old Roopdeep Singh from Port-Louis, was arrested on Thursday. He was taken into custody at rue D'Artois in Port-Louis and detained on the orders of Assistant Police Commissioner Sookun.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the motive behind the damage. Roopdeep Singh's arrest was a result of the efforts of the Criminal Investigation Division (CID) of Port-Louis Sud. The CID is continuing to gather evidence and interview witnesses to build a case against the suspect.
The Victoria Urban Terminal is a popular commercial hub in Port-Louis, with various businesses operating within the complex. The damage to the windows has caused disruptions to the affected businesses. The incident highlights the importance of security measures in commercial areas, particularly in high-traffic zones like the Victoria Urban Terminal.
The Mauritius Police Force is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward and assist with the investigation. Authorities are working to identify any potential motives or accomplices involved in the damage. The police are also reviewing CCTV footage to gather more information about the incident.
The damaged businesses are currently assessing the impact of the incident on their operations. The incident serves as a reminder for businesses to review their security measures and ensure that they have adequate protection in place to prevent similar incidents in the future. The investigation is ongoing, and more information will be released as it becomes available.
Key points
- A suspect, 29-year-old Roopdeep Singh, was arrested in connection with the damage to the windows at Victoria Urban Terminal.
