Attacks on Ohio churches are on the increase. AG Dave Yost weighs in.

News In Focus with Chris Long

Attacks on Ohio churches are on the increase. AG Dave Yost weighs in.

In recent weeks, churches in multiple counties across Ohio have been victimized by disturbing vandalism and church property destruction. OCA has received reports from our contacts across the state on these disturbing attacks on churches. The vandalism has been documented by police reports and local news media. Major Ohio media has not covered the story. But the attacks have happened in multiple counties: Lake County (Willoughby), Cuyahoga (Parma), Richland (Shelby), and Washington (Churchtown). In this interview with Attorney General Dave Yost, we include news coverage from Channel 19 Cleveland and WTAP Parkersburg which covers southeast Ohio news. AG Yost weighs in and shares his frustration with Merrick Garland's Justice Department, and encourages clergy to contact local law enforcement for aid and assistance.

Part 2 - Ohio churches attacked by vandals- The increase in vandalism is concerning public officials

Church vandalism attacks again are on the increase here in the State of Ohio. A man from Painesville vandalized and attempted to set on fire a church in Willoughby earlier this month. In Southeast Ohio, in Washington County, four adults were arrested who broke into, vandalized, and ransacked a church. The four have been arrested on charges of breaking and entering, desecration, and child endangerment, as a six-year-old child was with them during the incident. Other recent attacks on churches took place in Shelby and in Fredericktown, Ohio. The vandalism and destruction have caused tens of thousands of dollars in damage at both churches. The Ohio Christian Alliance has contacted State Attorney General Dave Yost and will provide him with the reports from these local communities. The churches have responded by holding special revival meetings and greater outreach to the community with the Good News of the Gospel. Joining me to discuss these recent developments is Pastor Al Davis. Tune in and tell a friend.