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Man faces charges for stealing church bell from Pittsburgh cemetery

Stolen bell recovered
Stolen bell recovered
Pittsburgh Police

A Pittsburgh man is accused of stealing a church bell last month.

Police say 54-year-old Matthew Pistelli took the bronze bell from Turner Cemetery in Squirrel Hill on February 12.


It was found later on a road in St. Clair.

Police say witnesses and video confirm Pistelli's vehicle, trailer and forklift were used to remove the bell, estimated to be worth $2000.

He's facing theft, criminal mischief, unauthorized use of automobiles and trespass by motor vehicle.