Hawzah News Agency (Lancashire , UK) – Police were called to Masjid-al-Momineen in Blackburn, Lancashire, at 6.14am yesterday to reports of a burglary.
Property inside the Ash Street building was also damaged including to a door and a cupboard.
Lancashire Police were also made aware of a burglary at Madena Mosque, less than half a mile away on Oak Street.
It is thought to have occurred at some point between Monday evening and Tuesday morning.
Damage was caused the a safe on the premises. Lancashire Council of Mosques are urging people to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities.
Police are investigating.
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