Bajali, July 12 -- Police have arrested five persons in connection with the theft at Assam's historic Madanmohan Gosai Than Satra in Banglipara, solving the case within a few days of the incident.

Three of the arrested persons have been identified as Razzak Ali and Sahar Uddin of Batuwa in Sarupeta, and Dilbar Ali of Bhoukamari under Kayakuchi. Police said the trio allegedly carried out the burglary on the night of July 7.

During the investigation, police also arrested Hazrat Ali and his son Rashidul Islam of Kalgachia for their alleged involvement in handling the stolen property.

According to police, the burglars broke open several locks inside the satra and escaped with more than 100 xorais (traditional trays) and other valuable item...