Nuns from Marianitas Sister's House report attempted burglary

Officers investigate attempted burglary at convent in Opa-locka

This Google Street View image shows the Marianita's convent in Opa-locka.

OPA-LOCKA, Fla. – Miami-Dade police officers responded to the Marianitas Sister's House in Opa-locka, after they reported hearing a burglar on the roof.

The Roman Catholic nuns have a small chapel and a day care at the home at 2781 NW 135 St., east of the Miami Opa-locka Executive Airport.  

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The nuns reported hearing loud noises coming from the ceiling and were frightened enough to call police officers who responded to investigate about 11 p.m. 


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