Sacrilege: Man accused of stealing from Bartica church jailed for nine months

Upon his return on Sunday morning, the pastor discovered the church door open.

Checks in the church revealed that the items were missing.

CCTV footage was reviewed and Police said the suspect was seen leaving the church with the items.

The suspect was arrested hours after and he was told of the offence, which he admitted to committing.

Police have since recovered the music box, which was hidden at Seventh Avenue, Bartica opposite a burial ground.

The suspect told the Police that he shared the beverages with his friends.

The suspect, a resident of Bartica, is presently in custody at Bartica Police Station, assisting with the investigation.