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Despicable thieves target county Armagh burial plot

Despicable thieves have plunged new depths by targeting a cemetery in south Armagh.

A limestone grave surround was stolen from a plot in St Patrick’s Graveyard, on the Newry Road in Crossmaglen.

The culprits  struck sometime between Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, May 3.

After a very upsetting and distressing crime for the family, Constable Jeremy Dale appealed for help from the public.

He said: “We would like to hear from anyone who has information in relation to this incident and can be contacted in Crossmaglen on 101, quoting ref: 559 030515.”

If you prefer to provide information without giving your details you can contact the independent Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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