RHODE ISLAND
GoLocalProv
Monday, February 25, 2013
GoLocalProv News Team
The Providence Diocese has announced that the Rev. Monsignor John Allard was placed on administrative leave for alleged misconduct.
The Diocese of Providence has just announced that it has placed the Rev. Monsignor John Allard on administrative leave following a “credible allegation” of sexual misconduct of a minor that reportedly took place more than 30 years ago.
“Monsignor Allard has taken responsibility for his actions and has expressed his profound remorse for the harm he has caused,” the Diocese said.
Allard had been pastor of both the St. Agatha and Precious Blood Parishes in Woonsocket and has been replaced, at least temporarily, with the Rev. Wilfred Gregoire
The Diocese said that this is the “first and only known allegation of abuse” relative to Allard and the matter has been referred to the Rhode Island State Police.
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