Published Date:
08 December 2009
By Bob Burgess
Thieves who carried out a raid on a Galashiels church have been described as despicable by police.
A £2,000 Hitachi projector was stolen from the Old Parish and St Paul's Church in the town's Scott Crescent.
Items of furniture were also damaged and police have appealed for witnesses.
The church was targeted between late Saturday afternoon and 10am on Sunday and police have appealed for witnesses.
There was a forced entry to the building and thieves then accessed the hallway that connects the church with the large hall.
Festive raid deplored
A police spokesman said: "This is a despicable theft that is all the more poignant given the time of year it has occurred.
"Anyone with information that can help us locate those responsible is asked to contact us immediately."
Information can be passed to Lothian and Borders Police on 0131 311 3131, or Crimestoppers in confidence and complete anonymity on 0800 555 111.
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Last Updated:
08 December 2009 11:46 AM
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Source:
Southern Reporter
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Location:
Scotland
