Man who stole lead from church roofs was exploited, court told

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Madalin Gabriel Prundaru stole from churches in Lincolnshire, Oxfordshire, Northamptonshire, Leicestershire and Rutland

A man found guilty of stealing lead sheeting from 15 churches was exploited by his cousin, a court has heard.

Prundaru stole from churches in Lincolnshire, Oxfordshire, Northamptonshire, Leicestershire and Rutland, Lincoln Crown Court heard.The offences occurred between May and August 2016 and the thefts caused an estimated £461,000 of damage. In a statement read in court, the Reverend Nicholas Munday said the attacks had "devastated" the community."Both [churches] are beautiful listed buildings and part of our national heritage. The loss of lead has caused damage to the exterior and interior.

"You were easy prey and it would have been difficult for you to stand up to your cousin and the others."

 

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