Kingston Police announced on Monday they are probing a large financial discrepancy at St. John the Apostle Catholic Church, after the parish reported that more than $630,000 was withdrawn from its accounts. The investigation was opened following the church's discovery of the missing funds, prompting law enforcement to begin a formal inquiry into the withdrawals.
The church, a long‑standing Catholic congregation in Kingston, Ontario, disclosed that the sum in question exceeds six hundred thirty thousand dollars. Police have confirmed that they are examining the transactions to determine how the money was removed and who may be responsible. No arrests have been reported, and officials have not released details about any suspects or the method used to access the accounts.
Authorities indicated that the investigation will involve a review of the church's financial records, bank statements, and any relevant electronic data. Detectives are working with the parish to gather documentation that could clarify the timeline of the withdrawals and identify any irregularities. The police statement emphasized that the case is ongoing and that they are pursuing all leads to resolve the matter.
St. John the Apostle Catholic Church serves a broad community in Kingston, and the loss of such a substantial amount has raised concerns among parishioners and local residents. While the church has not provided a public estimate of the impact on its operations, the missing funds represent a significant portion of its budget. Community members are awaiting further updates as the police continue their examination.
The investigation remains active, with Kingston Police urging anyone with information related to the missing money to come forward. As the inquiry proceeds, both the police and church officials are expected to release additional details when appropriate.