Two vehicles, others burnt in attack on Catholic Church in Cross River

By Ehigimetor Igbaugba

The Police have confirmed an attack on St. Mary’s Catholic Church at Katchuan Iruan in Boki Local Government Area of Cros River by suspected arsonists.

Cross River command spokesperson, ASP Sunday Eitokpah said the attack carried out by suspected arsonists around 3.am on Thursday.

He said fire destroyed all the church records kept in the sacristry while the attackers also set ablaze the priest’s Lexus 350 Jeep and a Toyota Corolla car parked within the church premises.

“No suspect has been identified at this time.

” Efforts are ongoing to ascertain those responsible for the unfortunate criminal act.

“Should any suspect be identified, this will be made known to the public.

“So far, the scene has been visited, photographs taken, the case incidented and referred to Okunde Police Station for discreet investigation,” he stated.

(NAN)