Diocese Sued for Child Sexual Abuse, SNAP Responds

SNAP
September 23, 2014

http://www.snapnetwork.org/fl_diocese_sued_for_child_sexual_abuse_snap_responds

The Diocese of Venice is being sued for allegedly covering up child sexual abuse. We are grateful to the victim for having the courage to hold his perpetrator and those who covered it up accountable.

Robert Little was a church volunteer at St. Francis Xavier Church when he abused a 13 year old boy. And last year he was convicted for it.

According to the lawsuit, church officials were told about other allegations of abuse committed by Little, but covered it up. That irresponsible behavior led to other children being abused. We urge Bishop Frank Dewane to reach out to others who may have been hurt by Little.

We hope this lawsuit encourages other who were hurt to come forward, report what they know, and start healing.