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Camrose RCMP investigate theft of church bell in Hay Lakes

The bell is estimated at 500 lbs a
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A similar bell to the one that was stolen. (Submitted by RCMP)

Camrose RCMP are investigating a report of a stolen church bell. Sometime between July 19 and July 24, 2021, unknown suspects stole a copper bell from the Ukrainian Catholic Church – Exaltation of the Holy Cross, in the community of Hay Lakes, Alta.

The bell is estimated at 500 lbs and is engraved with the lettering “Shawaga.”

Camrose RCMP are asking the public’s assistance for any information in relation to this incident.

Please contact Camrose RCMP at (780) 672-3342 or your local police. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.

- Submitted by Alberta RCMP Media Relations