ASTORIA — The Diocese of Brooklyn has removed from all priestly ministries Father Michael McHugh, parochial vicar for Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Astoria, after an allegation of sexual abuse of a minor was substantiated, according to the diocese.
Bishop Robert Brennan announced the decision via a letter that was read aloud to parishioners at the close of each of the church’s weekend Masses on June 21 and June 22.
Bishop Brennan said that the diocese received a report on March 27 alleging the abuse, which dates back to the 1980s. The diocese, according to the letter, then launched an investigation into the allegation, and upon its conclusion, presented it to the Diocesan Review Board — an independent panel that investigates abuse allegations.
“After deliberation, the Board found sufficient information to substantiate allegations of sexual misconduct with a minor and recommended Father McHugh’s removal from ministry,” Bishop Brennan…
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