Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Birthplace of Pope Benedict XVI is Vandalized

From KatholiekNederland.nl

VATICAN CITY (AFP) April 13, 2010 - Once again, the birthplace of Pope Benedict XVI in the Bavarian village of Marktl am Inn has been vandalized by an unknown person. A police spokesman today said that the markings were an "offensive content", in reference to the ongoing sexual abuse scandal in the Catholic Church.

Blue Paint
The remark was smeared in blue paint above the front door, and was discovered early this morning by a passer-by. The damage is estimated at 1,500 euros.

Previously Vandalized
The house was previously vandalized in September of aD 2006.

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