Theft of 300-year-old Sacred Object from Saint Brigida Church in Legden

Country: Germany

Date of incident: July 4, 2021


On 4 July, unknown perpetrators stole an almost 330-year-old historic consecration vessel for oil from the Saint Brigida Church in Legden. The vessel had been used since 1694 at every baptismal mass in the parish and has therefore a high sentimental value. Stolen from the sacristy, the theft took place sometime between 12:30 and 13:10. In addition to the vessel, a large candle has also been stolen. The police are informed and are now looking for witnesses in the case.

Source: ruhrnachrichten.de

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