El Pescadero, Baja California Sur, Mexico – A Catholic church in the quiet community of El Pescadero was vandalized and desecrated in what local faithful are calling a shocking and disrespectful attack. The assailants broke into the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, smashing the tabernacle (where consecrated Communion hosts are kept), damaging the altar, and defacing a crucifix of Jesus Christ. They also stole valuables from the sacristy.
The incident, reported Friday, has left the small town stunned, as such crimes are rare in this part of Mexico’s Baja California peninsula.
Father Juan Gómez Esqueda, a spokesperson for the Diocese of La Paz, called the act "unusual and deeply troubling," adding that the extent of the damage is still being assessed. Church officials have not yet disclosed what was stolen, but they are working to determine the full loss.
Was a Police Report Filed?
So far, it remains unclear whether church leaders have filed a formal complaint with local prosecutors. However, the diocese is expected to push for an investigation.
The attack has sparked outrage among parishioners, with many taking to social media to express their anger and heartbreak over the sacrilegious act. Some are calling for increased security at places of worship.
🔹 *Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities anonymously. Call 911.
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