January 2, 2012
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Torah stolen from Monticello synagogue
A hand scribed Torah similar to the stolen scroll |
MONTICELLO – Police are investigating a burglary at the Landfield
Avenue Synagogue in the Village of Monticello in which a Sefer Torah was
stolen.
The holy scroll was described as having a blue mantel on it.
Village Police said the break in occurred between 4 p.m. Friday and 9:30
a.m. on Saturday. Entry to the synagogue appears to have been gained through
a rear window.
Anyone with information about the incident or the whereabouts of the stolen
Torah is asked to call Monticello Village Police at 845-794-4422 or 845-791-TIPS.
The State Police are assisting Monticello Police in the investigation.
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