Results by Google
Home Crime section 

Story

Vandals Cover Church Walls With Hate Messages

Monday, December 1, 2008 – updated: 10:20 am EST December 1, 2008

An Orange County church was forced to cancel its Sunday services after vandals destroyed parts of the sanctuary. Hate messages covered the walls of the First Baptist Church in Taft (see map).

Church leaders discovered references to Hitler and the devil when they showed up for Sunday morning's service.


AT THE SCENE: Images Of The Vandalism

"I got no idea, I got no idea. We've never had nothing like this. We've had break-ins, but we've never had anything like this," said Deacon Bob Weagraff.

Investigators said the vandals broke in through a back window and emptied at least five fire extinguishers throughout the building.

The congregation hopes to have things cleaned up in time for their Wednesday service.

Caught In The Act

A Palm Bay homeowner couldn't get into his house because an 8-foot long snake was blocking the doorway Monday afternoon. Full Story ››

Crimeline Tips

Crimeline's mission is to increase the safety of the Central Florida community by assisting law enforcement agencies in removing undesirable individuals from the community. Log on to their website for more information or to make an anonymous tip. Full Story ››

Local Deals