A thief was caught on CCTV stealing a brass eagle lectern worth £6000 from St Augustine's Church in Birmingham. The incident, which left the vicar bereft, was captured on multiple cameras showing the man strolling into the deserted church and making off with the valuable statue. The theft has garnered significant attention, highlighting concerns over security in places of worship.
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