PENNSYLVANIA
WTAE
[with video]
PITTSBURGH —Bernard Joseph Hartman is believed to be in his 70s or 80s as he stands trial in Australia for alleged child abuse.
The former North Catholic teacher’s troubles prompted the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh to launch its own investigation and what was discovered is disturbing, according to diocese spokesman the Rev. Ron Lengwin.
This, after the diocese sent a letter to more than 9,000 alumni, asking members to report any alleged abuse by Hartman. One person responded.
“The diocese deeply regrets the harm that was done to anyone,” said Lengwin
He said three of the four additional alleged offenders are deceased.
“You come away with tears,” Lengwin said. “So when you hear this, it’s like, ‘Oh no, not again.'” Lengwin.
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