Cross relic returned to abbey

AN ancient relic believed to be from the cross of Jesus and which was stolen from an abbey four months ago has been returned.

The gold and bronze crucifix, containing what is thought to be a piece of the Cross, was stolen from a display case in Holycross Abbey in Thurles, Co Tipperary, in October.

Fr Tom Breen said the relic, which was of little commercial value, had not been seriously damaged.