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31/01/2017
Catholic Church In North Belfast Targeted In Arson Attack
Police have launched an investigation following an arson attack at a church in north Belfast.
The attack happened at St Patrick's Catholic church in the Donegall Street area of Belfast between 4.30pm and 5.30pm on Monday, 30 January.
It is believed someone tried to set fire to a "heavy set of 25 ft long velvet curtains valued at £10,000".
The Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) attended the scene and put the blaze out.
In a statement Bishop Noel Treanor said: "This criminal action is a violation of the sanctity of the Church and an attack upon the local community that has caused significant damage to the property and left the local congregation distressed and deeply upset. Places of worship hold deep significance for the entire community and for their congregations and they should not be targeted.
"I am reassured by the many messages of support that the local clergy have received from across the community. Their support bears testimony to the fact that the repercussions of this action are felt by all within the community."
(CD)
The attack happened at St Patrick's Catholic church in the Donegall Street area of Belfast between 4.30pm and 5.30pm on Monday, 30 January.
It is believed someone tried to set fire to a "heavy set of 25 ft long velvet curtains valued at £10,000".
The Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) attended the scene and put the blaze out.
In a statement Bishop Noel Treanor said: "This criminal action is a violation of the sanctity of the Church and an attack upon the local community that has caused significant damage to the property and left the local congregation distressed and deeply upset. Places of worship hold deep significance for the entire community and for their congregations and they should not be targeted.
"I am reassured by the many messages of support that the local clergy have received from across the community. Their support bears testimony to the fact that the repercussions of this action are felt by all within the community."
(CD)
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