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Chainsaw-Wielding Suspect Breaks Into Hamm Church, Remains at Large

A man in forestry attire used a chainsaw to damage a church door but fled without stealing anything after being interrupted by a witness.

  • The suspect used a chainsaw to cut through a side door of a church in Hamm's city center during daylight hours.
  • A 69-year-old woman discovered the damage, prompting the suspect to flee the scene on foot.
  • The man was seen wearing forestry worker clothing and an orange safety helmet with a visor.
  • A police search initiated on Tuesday has so far failed to locate the suspect, and investigations are ongoing.
  • No items were reported stolen from the church, suggesting the burglary was interrupted before completion.
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