Graffiti daubed on church wall in Norton Fitzwarren

A group of people posted on social media they found graffiti on the walls of the All Saints’ Church in Norton Fitzwarren.

The graffiti was discovered by some residents on the morning of Friday, September 2.

One of them included an FTS tag while more explicit graffiti was covered up.

The rector of the church, Reverend Paul Irving, said it was a shame that people felt the need to vandalise the walls of the ancient building.

He also added that residents are offering their help to clean up the graffiti.

The All Saints' Church in Norton Fitzwarren

Revd Irving said: "It's a shame that people feel the need to vandalise our ancient building which is important to the community and a symbol of the presence of God.

“We are grateful for the offers of help to clean up the graffiti and will continue to pray for and serve our community."

Avon and Somerset Police are now appealing for the public's help.

A spokesperson for Taunton Neighbourhood Policing said: "We are appealing for the public's help after Norton Fitzwarren Church was vandalised overnight 01/09/2022 into 02/09/2022.

"The church has been spray painted in multiple locations, including many of the exterior walls and door.

"Do you live near this location and heard or saw anything that may assist us with our enquiries? If so please get in contact on 101 or via messaging this page and quoting Crime reference 5222212939."

A photo shared by the Taunton Neighbourhood Policing team

Another photo showing the damages caused