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An armed teenager entered St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Louisiana during a First Holy Communion service. The potential incident was avoided as several churchgoers confronted the teenager. The 16-year-old has since been charged with a count of terrorizing and two counts of firearm possession by a juvenile, according to the Abbeville Police Department.
Louisiana Church Avoids Tragedy During Children’s First Holy Communion
An alarming incident at a Louisiana church was averted this past Saturday when parishioners confronted a 16-year-old armed intruder during a First Holy Communion service. The service was attended by approximately 60 children.
The teen has since been charged with terrorizing and two counts of possession of a firearm by a juvenile. This information was confirmed by the Abbeville Police Department. The incident occurred at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, situated roughly 20 miles south of Lafayette.
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