Sunday, 2 June 2019

Graves Vandalised at Sedgefield Cemetery

BY HANNAH-LOUISE ANDERSON

Police are launching an investigation into the extensive vandalism that occurred at Sedgefield Cemetery on Friday night where upwards of thirty-five graves were destroyed. 

Witnesses said they saw a vehicle parked at the cemetery at around seven o'clock the night of the incident.

Lord Mayor of Singleton Sue Moore has condemned the incident, expressing her disgust and disappointment in the perpetrators. 

"This is not an attack on a public facility or asset; this is an attack on the heart of our community, the people laid to rest in Singleton who are now part of the fabric of our town, and those who love them and remember them." says the Mayor, "I hope the perpetrators are found and held accountable for the damage, and most importantly the distress they have caused."

Police are urging anyone with information or who happened to witness any suspicious activity around Sedgefield Cemetery to contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000.


Photos belonging to Hunter Valley Police District