Cash stolen amidst burglary in Creeslough Church

St Micheal's Church in Creeslough was targeted in the most recent church theft

placeholder image — St Micheal's Church in Creeslough was targeted in the most recent church theft

A locked office door within the Church was forced open between 12:40pm and 9:15pm last Sunday

A sum of cash was stolen during a burglary at St Micheal’s Church, Creeslough.

It is believed that entry was gained to the building via a rear open door. A locked office door within the Church was forced open and the sum of money was stolen from within.

The incident occurred between 12:40pm and 9:15pm on Sunday, May 12.

“We appeal to anybody who may have observed suspicious activity around the Church on Sunday to make contact with gardaí,” Garda Shaun Sweeney said. “We are anxious to progress the investigation so if anybody can assist with information we ask them to please contact Milford Garda Station on 074-9153060. The Garda Confidential line may be reached on 1800 666 111.”