Image of Our Lady of Aparecida is set on fire on the banks of BR-163, in Novo Progresso Drivers traveling along BR-163, in Novo Progresso, in the southwest of Pará, recorded a fire on Saturday night (1st) that destroyed an image of Our Lady of Aparecida installed on the banks of the highway. The structure had been in place for around three years and was 63 kilometers from the city. The image was completely destroyed by the flames. According to people who passed by the area, the fire may have been caused by crime. ? Click and follow the g1 PA channel on WhatsApp At the scene, the padlock was broken. A can of beer was also found on the saint's crown, as well as tires and fuel that would have been used to start the fire. Fire destroys image of Our Lady of Aparecida on the banks of BR-163 in Pará. Reproduction/TV Liberal The Civil Police of Novo Progresso reported that they opened an investigation to investigate the case as a crime of religious intolerance. According to the corporation, experts were requested and witnesses must be heard during the investigations. VIDEOS: see all the news from Pará Check out other news from the state on g1 PA