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Watertown Police Probe $9,000 Donation Theft at St. Patrick’s Church

Church leaders say the stolen donations were meant for basic operating costs.

Overview

  • Police say the money was taken from inside the Main Street parish sometime after 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 27, and reported at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday.
  • No arrests have been made and no suspect description has been released as investigators keep details of the entry limited.
  • Investigators are asking anyone with information or surveillance video to contact Detective Joe Kelland at 617-600-1310.
  • Father Timothy Kearney said the funds were earmarked for essentials such as electricity and heat to keep the church running.
  • The parish expects youth activities and upcoming Christmas programs to proceed, while community comments online expressed anger and suggested possible insider knowledge.