Suspect Takes Cash From Bridgeport Church Candle Donation Box

A man took cash and loose change from the candle donation box at a Bridgeport church, the city said. 

On Friday morning, a witness said they saw the suspect take about $20 from the donation box at St. Margaret Shrine on Park Avenue, the city of Bridgeport said,

The donation box is used by people lighting candles, usually as a way to commemorate deceased loved ones or a gesture of solidarity with the faith.

Bridgeport Police are investigating the incident. 

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