Arson to Statue of John the Baptist from the Barock Period

Country: Germany

Date of incident: September 17, 2020


On 17th September, members of the church found the figure of John the Baptist of the baptismal font from the barock period damaged by a burning candle. The perpetrator placed it on purpose. The police estimates a damage cost of 2000 euros. Police is asking for witnesses.

"My faith and values are hurt after such an incident," says Michael Paul, member of the church.

Source: Die RheinphalzPfarrei NW Heilig Geist

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