A copper bell believed to be more than 200 years old is stolen from the Bethelsdorp Congregational Church in Gqeberha. The church reports the bell has been taken from its premises, prompting an urgent appeal for help in locating it.
In response to the theft, a reward of R20,000 is offered for information leading to the bell’s safe return. The bell’s age and historic value are central to the appeal, with the aim of encouraging community members to come forward if they have seen or know where it may be.
While details about who is responsible and how the theft occurred are not specified in the available report, the case is treated as a loss of cultural and religious heritage. The reward indicates efforts to support an investigation and increase the chances of recovering the item.
