Police keen to trace man after church at Sandsend, near Whitby, is damaged and has cash stolen

Police are investigating damage to a seaside village church as well as theft of money from the donation box.
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The incident happened at St Mary's Church, Sandsend, between 3pm and 5pm on September 26 and involved damage to the church’s interior as well as cash being taken.

Police are keen to trace a man pictured by CCTV.

Officers are asking members of the public to get in touch if they recognise the person in the image as they believe they will have information that will help the investigation.

A man is being sought by police after theft of a church collection and damage to the building.A man is being sought by police after theft of a church collection and damage to the building.
A man is being sought by police after theft of a church collection and damage to the building.
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Anyone with any information is asked to email [email protected] or call North Yorkshire Police on 101 and ask for PC836 Martin.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Please quote reference number 12230182795 when passing on information.