OPD ends investigation into suspended priest

KENTUCKY
Messenger-Inquirer

By James Mayse Messenger-Inquirer

The Owensboro Police Department has concluded its investigation of a priest who was suspended for “inappropriate conduct” with a minor, finding that the alleged conduct was not a criminal offense.

The Rev. John Meredith was placed on temporary suspension in December; at the time he was suspended, Meredith was on leave from Blessed Mother Catholic Church.

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