Two churches in Wurzen attacked with arson
On 9 February, two churches in Wurzen were set on fire by unknown perpetrators. Fortunately, in both cases police officers were able to extinguish the fires before any major damage was done. However, the total damage at both locations is estimated at around 2,000 euros. The police are now investigating the attacks.
According to the police, churches in Wurzen have been repeatedly vandalised with graffiti in the recent past.
Update: Police have arrested a 34-year-old man after a warrant was issued for his arrest. Investigators caught the man during increased patrols of the affected buildings - Source
Source: mdr.de, sueddeutsche.de, polizei.sachsen.de
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