Arrests for thefts in churches and shops

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In brief - Two Romanians arrested for thefts in churches and shops in Ticino and Grisons. - Thefts committed between April 20 and 26, 2026. - The police invite to report any other incidents. ## Key facts - What: Thefts in churches and shops - When: Between April 20 and 26, 2026 - Where: Ticino and Grisons - Who: Two Romanians aged 41 and 45 - Amount: Cash, silverware and burglary tools The cantonal police of Ticino arrested two Romanians, aged 41 and 45, residing abroad, suspected of committing thefts in churches and shops in Ticino and Grisons. The arrests took place on Sunday, April 26, in Claro, thanks to a report received by the Common Alarm Centre of the Cantonal Police. According to the investigations, the two would be responsible for thefts in at least six churches and in a self-service grocery store. ### The affected churches Personal and vehicle searches on the two suspects led to the discovery of cash, silverware and various burglary tools. The hypotheses of crime are repeated theft, repeated violation of domicile and illegal entry. The investigation is coordinated by the public prosecutor Veronica Lipari. The checks will now have to establish any possible responsibility of both in other similar thefts committed in Ticino and Grisons, but also in the rest of the national territory. For this reason, the authorities invite ecclesiastical entities, parishes and citizens who believe they have suffered a similar theft and/or have found damage to the offering boxes in the period between April 20 and 26, 2026 to contact the Public Ministry, via Pretorio 16, 6900 Lugano or to fill in the form available at the web address https://www4.ti.ch/index.php?id=115265. ### The police appeal The cantonal police of Ticino have launched an appeal to the population to report...

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The procedures to report a theft To report a theft or damage, you can fill out the online form available on the Canton Ticino website. This form was specifically created to gather detailed information about theft incidents in churches and shops. It is important to provide as much information as possible, such as the date and time of the incident, a detailed description of the stolen items, and any other information that could help the investigations. ### What to do in case of theft 1. Contact the police immediately: If you are a victim of a theft, it is crucial to contact the local police to report the incident. Provide all necessary information to start the investigations. 2. Fill out the online form: In addition to contacting the police, you can fill out the online form available on the Canton Ticino website. This form is an additional tool to gather useful information for the investigations. 3. Provide precise details: It is important to provide precise details about the incident, such as the date, time, description of the stolen items, and any other relevant information. The more details you provide, the more help you can give to the authorities. 4. Collaborate with the authorities: Fully collaborate with the authorities during the investigations. Provide all the requested information and answer any questions that may arise. ### The consequences for cross-border workers Cross-border workers who work and live in the Canton Ticino must be particularly vigilant and attentive. These thefts can have a significant impact on the local community, and everyone's collaboration is essential to maintain safety and tranquility in the region. It is important to immediately report any suspicious activity to the competent authorities. ### Prevention measures To prevent further t...

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What to do if you are a victim of theft If you are a victim of theft, it is important to act quickly and follow the procedures indicated by the authorities. Immediately contact the local police and fill out the online form available on the Canton Ticino website. Provide all the necessary information to start the investigation and fully collaborate with the authorities during the process. Timely and accurate reporting is fundamental to help investigations and prevent further crimes. ### How to report a theft 1. Contact the police: Immediately contact the local police to report the incident. Provide all the necessary information to start the investigation. 2. Fill out the online form: Fill out the online form available on the Canton Ticino website. Provide precise details about the incident, such as the date, time, description of the stolen items, and any other relevant information. 3. Provide precise details: Provide precise details about the incident to help the authorities with the investigation. The more details you provide, the more help you can offer. 4. Collaborate with the authorities: Fully collaborate with the authorities during the investigation. Provide all the requested information and answer any questions that may arise. ### The importance of reporting Timely and accurate reporting is fundamental to help investigations and prevent further crimes. Collaboration between the community and the authorities is essential to maintain security and tranquility in the region. Immediately reporting any suspicious activity to the competent authorities is the best way to contribute to the community's security. ### Useful tools For further information and to fill out the online form, visit the Canton Ticino website at https://www4.ti.ch/index.php?id=115265. To calculate...

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