Priest Catches Man Stealing Christmas Donations for the Poor

A Philadelphia priest apprehended a suspect allegedly breaking into the church's "poor box" just days before Christmas, police reported. Surveillance footage released by authorities shows the incident. The traditional poor box is a locked container for charitable donations to aid those in need. The priest confronted and detained the man until police arrived. The suspect now faces theft charges. The attempted theft occurred during the holiday season, a peak time for charitable giving. Church officials have not commented on the amount of money, if any, that was stolen.