RHODE ISLAND
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Posted: May 06, 2013
By NBC 10 News
Narragansett Police arrested Worcester Bishop Robert McManus Saturday night. Police said McManus was charged with DUI and refusal of a chemical test.
Police Chief Dean Hoxsie said McManus was involved in a hit-and-run accident Saturday on Boston Neck Road. The man he allegedly hit followed him and called police.
Police arrived at McManus’ home in Bonnet Shores and arrested McManus. He was released on a summons and is scheduled to be arraigned Monday or Tuesday.
In a statement to the press, Bishop McManus said,
“On Saturday evening, May 4, I made a terrible error in judgment by driving after having consumed alcohol with dinner. There is no excuse for the mistake I made, only a commitment to make amends and accept the consequences of my action. More importantly, I ask forgiveness from the good people whom I serve, as well as my family and friends, in the Diocese of Worcester and the Diocese of Providence.”
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