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May 7, 2026
Vandalism in Cali's La Ermita Church: Man who "was the devil" destroyed several images
In the morning hours of last Wednesday in the city of Cali, a desecration and grave act of vandalism occurred in the Iglesia La Ermita, one of the most representative temples of the historical and religious heritage of the city center, an individual burst into the sacred precinct, causing the destruction of almost all the religious images that were inside.
TL;DR
- An individual vandalized Iglesia La Ermita in Cali, destroying religious images.
- The suspect, believed to be experiencing personal issues rather than acting on an organized attack, was captured by police.
- Church officials and the Archbishop of Cali condemned the act as an attack on faith and cultural heritage.
- La Ermita is described as a significant landmark of downtown Cali's historical and architectural heritage.
- City officials also condemned the vandalism, calling for strict legal sanctions and emphasizing the insult to religious and cultural identity.