Russell Haines' 'Faith' Artworks Vandalized & Stolen At Gloucester Cathedral

Russell Haines' 'Faith' Artworks Vandalized & Stolen At Gloucester Cathedral

Several artworks by artist Russell Haines were stolen or vandalized in an exhibition called 'Faith' installed at Gloucester Cathedral as part of an exhibition celebrating religious diversity. The Guardian reports that besides the artwork, light projectors and sound systems used in the show were also stolen. 

Christian groups slammed the use of Islamic images inside the 11th-century cathedral after it opened January 24, 2017. Anonymous online accusations of blasphemy and death threats to Haines and members of the clergy involved with the show have escalated tension around the exhibit.