Two churches broken into in area Thursday

Published 12:01 am Friday, March 21, 2008

NATCHEZ — Two churches were broken into Thursday.

A break-in of the Parkway Baptist Church office was reported at 1 p.m.

A safe was broken into in the office and a small amount of cash was taken, Police Chief Mike Mullins said.

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At 10 a.m. it was reported that Westminster Presbyterian Church was broken into.

A backdoor was accidentally left unlocked. The padlock was broken on the office door and taken from the office were a small amount of cash and some stamps.

If anyone has any information regarding these incidents, a cash reward is available through Crimestoppers. They can be reached at 601-442-5000.