Teen accused of causing $10K in damage to church

A 13-year-old boy is accused of breaking into a Marion County church and leaving behind thousands of dollars in damage, according to deputies. The pastor of St. Mary’s Missionary Baptist Church discovered the destruction on Sunday.

SILVER SPRINGS, Fla - A 13-year-old boy is accused of breaking into a Marion County church and leaving behind thousands of dollars in damage, according to deputies.

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A 13-year-old boy has been arrested in Marion County after allegedly breaking into St. Mary’s Missionary Baptist Church, causing roughly $10,000 in damage.

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Deputies say he shattered windows, broke instruments, and stole a lawnmower and a speaker. He was charged with burglary and petty theft.

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