Haryana: Miscreants Vandalise Jesus Christ Statue At Holy Redeemer Church In Ambala

The police are attempting to identify criminals based on CCTV footage.

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New Delhi: On Saturday night, some unnamed miscreants vandalised the monument of Jesus Christ at Holy Redeemer Church in Haryana's Ambala district, police informed. As soon as the incident was reported, a police team was dispatched to the scene to conduct an investigation.

The police are attempting to identify criminals based on CCTV footage.

According to Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Ambala Pooja Dabla, information about the incident was received in the morning, and teams from the District Superintendent of Police (DSP), Station House Officer (SHO) Cantt, and the CIA immediately arrived at the scene to investigate.

'We Are Examining CCTV Footage To Identify The Culprits': Police

Two people were seen entering the church late at night, according to police officials. The police believe the incident was carried out with the intent of inflicting religious resentment.

"We are examining CCTV footage to identify the culprits. The miscreants will be identified and rounded up soon. A thorough investigation will be conducted," Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Ambala Pooja Dabla was quoted by ANI in its report.

'To Date, Such An Incident Has Not Happened': Father Anthony

According to Father Anthony of the church, two youths entered the church late at night by climbing the wall and breaking the statue of Lord Jesus Christ.

"This church is the oldest historical church in Ambala, which was built in the year 1843. To date, such an incident has not happened. Last night this incident happened around 12:30 am. The church is closed early due to the lockdown. Two youths came inside by climbing the wall of the church and broke the statue of Lord Jesus Christ," said Father Anthony.

(With Inputs From ANI)