Irish pub seeks help from public after vandals ‘disrespect our cultural heritage’

Police are investigating the incident.

Delaney's Irish Pub in Spartanburg, South Carolina issued a plea on social media following the incident where two people broke a flagpole as well as stealing the prized flag.

The pub's owners say that the act disrespected "the cultural heritage we proudly celebrate".

The social media post shows CCTV images of the individuals in question and requests the public to contact the police department or reach out to the pub owners directly.

Irish pub seeks help from public after vandals 'disrespect our cultural heritage'

The post reads: "We regret to inform our community that two individuals vandalized our property, broke a flagpole, and stole a custom-made Irish flag from Delaney's Irish Pub - Spartanburg at around 10:55pm on Wednesday night July 17th.

"This act not only disrespects our city and establishment but also the cultural heritage we proudly celebrate.

"Our friends at the Spartanburg Police Department are actively involved in investigating this incident. We are asking our friends and followers in the community to help us identify the culprits."

The statement continued: "If you have any information or recognize the individuals responsible, please contact the Spartanburg Police Department or reach out to us directly.

"Thank you for your support and vigilance."

Here's hoping the suspects are caught and the flag is rightfully returned to the beloved Irish pub.

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