As you may be aware, there is currently a visible police presence in the church yard connected to All Saints, Laughton-en-le-Morthen. South Yorkshire Police’s officers are investigating the report of a crime, relating to one grave within the churchyard.

The next-of-kin of the deceased has been informed, and they are being supported by specially-trained Family Liaison Officers. The churchyard is currently closed to members of the public but will be reopened once initial enquiries have been completed.

I understand this may be distressing for those whose loved ones are buried in the churchyard, but the police have offered reassurance that they currently believe this was a targeted incident and there is no threat to other graves. For reassurance, there will be visible patrols in the local area in the coming days.

Anyone with information should contact South Yorkshire Police via southyorks.police.uk or 101 quoting incident 398 of 01/02/26. Anyone who wishes to remain anonymous can contact Crimestoppers – https://crimestoppers-uk.org/