Statue of the Virgin Mary Vandalised in Mhère
A man was observed vandalising a statue of the Virgin Mary situated at a roadside calvary in the hamlet of Enfert. The incident occurred around 8:30 PM and was witnessed by a local resident. The perpetrator appeared to be recording himself during the act. The event has left the local community shocked and concerned.
According to reports, the man arrived at the calvary by car, approached the cross, and forcibly removed the statue of the Virgin Mary. He then threw the statue to the ground, causing damage. A resident who witnessed the act confronted the individual, prompting him to flee the scene in his vehicle. The suspect appeared to be filming himself or engaged in a video call during the incident.
The desecration of the Virgin Mary statue in Mhère underscores the challenges faced by religious communities in safeguarding their places of worship and symbols of faith. As the investigation continues, the local community remains vigilant, hoping for justice and the prevention of future acts of vandalism.
Source: LJDC
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