Cash stolen from Donegal Friary as thieves target donation box
One of the males is described as being aged in his 20's wearing a black jacket, blue jeans and a black cap while the other is believed to be in his teens and was wearing blue jeans, a black jacket, a pink/orange t-shirt and a black cap.
Gardaí are appealing for anyone who may have observed these males or a black VW Passat with a partial registration of '10 LK' in the area of the Friary on that date to get in touch.
A spokesperson said, "We especially appeal to anyone who may have travelled in the area of the Friary or the surrounding area with a dash-cam between 12.30pm and 1.30pm, to make the footage available to Gardaí.
"Gardaí in Ballyshannon may be contacted on 071-9858530 in connection with the incident.'
Gardaí are also appealing to those in charge of Churches/places of worship to take note of the fact that this incident occurred and to take some time to review the security measures that they currently have in place.
"Should anyone wish to obtain advice in relation to security measures they are welcome to make contact with Sergeant Fergus Mc Groary (Divisional Crime Prevention Officer) at Letterkenny Garda Station on 074-9167100 and he will be happy to assist,' said a spokesperson.
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