Dog faeces were deliberately placed in front of the altar of St Giles Catholic Church in Wörth am Rhein after unknown perpetrators gained access to the church. In addition to causing minor damage inside the church, the act desecrated the sanctuary and caused distress to the parish.
An incident was reported on 22 July 2026 at St Giles Catholic Church in Wörth am Rhein, where unknown perpetrators gained access to the church and left dog faeces in front of the altar. Minor damage to the church interior was also reported.
The report states that the placement of the dog excrement is believed to be deliberate, representing a serious desecration of the place of worship. Although the material damage was limited, the act targeted the sanctuary of the church and was regarded by the parish as particularly offensive because of its religious significance.
The report states that the incident is not an isolated case. According to church representatives, churches in the surrounding area have repeatedly experienced similar acts of vandalism, indicating a broader local problem affecting places of worship. The authorities are investigating the incident.