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Vandals attack Robert Burns's burial site

Police are investigating a vandal attack on the final resting place of Robert Burns in Dumfries.
Windows were smashed at the mausoleum in St Michael's Cemetery - the latest in a series of attacks on churches.

It has prompted calls for the introduction of CCTV cameras to tackle the problem in the area.

Police said they were stepping up patrols around churches and have issued descriptions of three teenagers in connection with the incident.

Read entire article at BBC News