Vandalism and Theft in Saint Michael's Church in Leuven

Case information
Incident date
Country
Belgium
Categories
  • Social Hostility / Intolerance
Attack Against
  • Faith
Perpetrator / Motive Indicators
  • Private
Hate Crime & Violent Incidents
  • Vandalism (all)

A Portuguese student destroyed and damaged the interior equipment, among these were counters with leaflets, candles, and he also has thrown two stones at the images of Peter and Paul who were placed in front of the main altar. He also stole money from the poor box. An eye witness called the police but the young man was able to run away.

Source: http://www.hln.be/regio/nieuws-uit-leuven/vandaal-houdt-lelijk-huis-in-sint-michielskerk-a1932760/