Thieves have stolen lead from the roof of St Joseph's Church in Chesterfield in a brazen daylight raid, sparking concern from the parish priest.
CCTV footage captured the metal theft, which took place on the night of the incident. Parish priest Fr Paul Daly expressed his worry over the theft, which has left the church vulnerable to further damage.
The stolen lead is believed to be worth a significant amount, but the cost of repairs and the risk to the thieves' lives are also major concerns. Fr Daly noted that the thieves put themselves in danger by climbing onto the roof.
Police are investigating the incident and have appealed for anyone with information to come forward. The church is now seeking funds to repair the damage and improve security.
