Both of the arms of Christ were broken before officers responded to the scene and arrested him.
“We appreciate the swift action by the Boston Police Department in apprehending a suspect,” Terry Donilon, a spokesman for the Boston Archdiocese, told CNA Thursday.
“Whatever motivated this person to damage the crucifix, we know it can be repaired and continue to be a source of prayer and hope for the faithful and all those who find comfort in the Lord,” Donilon said.
“We ask that people pray for the individual and for peace in his heart,” he added.
The crucifix has since been repaired.
Numerous acts of vandalism against Catholic churches have occurred around the U.S. in recent months.