London police investigate break-ins at places of worship in Old South, Wortley Village

London police say an overnight break-in at a mosque in the area of Wharncliffe Road and Emery Street is the latest in a string of similar incidents involving several religious institutions of various denominations.

“Officers were sent (Tuesday) morning to an overnight break and enter to a mosque on Holborn Avenue,” Const. Sandasha Bough told 980 CFPL.

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While she would not say exactly how many similar break-ins in the area are under investigation, she confirmed the street crime unit is handling the case.

“We can say there have been a number and while this one is a new break-and-enter investigation, there are a number that the street crime unit are currently investigating just to determine whether or not the pattern is the same.”

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She added that anyone with information is urged to contact police.

“If you see something, say something.”

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The incidents have happened over the past month in the area of Old South and Wortley Village.