Former Catholic priest Gerald Ridsdale faces new allegations of child sex abuse

AUSTRALIA
Herald Sun

SHANNON DEERY HERALD SUN JUNE 19, 2013

POLICE will interview one of the country’s most notorious pedophiles over fresh allegations of child sexual abuse.

It is the second time in a month former Victorian Catholic priest Gerald Ridsdale will be quizzed by detectives over new claims.

A police spokesperson confirmed today a magistrate had allowed detectives to conduct the interview.

It comes just three weeks after police were granted access to the 79-year-old behind bars.

It is not known how many alleged victims had made new complaints.