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TexasTowelie

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Sun Nov 20, 2016, 09:57 PM Nov 2016

Authorities say Tomb of Christ in Texas likely set ablaze by arsonists

Authorities are investigating a possible case of arson at a roadside attraction near Lubbock that resembles Jesus' tomb.

The replica Tomb of Christ near Brownfield — complete with a rolled-away stone — was apparently set on fire Saturday.

Terry County Sheriff Larry Gilbreath said someone piled cotton on a table in the tomb and set it ablaze, according to EverythingLubbock.com.

The tomb is on private property but is usually open to the public.

Read more: http://www.dallasnews.com/news/crime/2016/11/20/authorities-say-tomb-christ-texas-may-set-ablaze-arsonists

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