Hunter Valley Catholic priest charged with child sexual assault offences dating back to 1980s

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ABC News

A Hunter Valley Catholic priest has been charged with child sexual assault offences dating back to the 80s.

Vince Ryan, 76, is accused of a string of offences that allegedly occurred between 1985 and 1986.

He faces charges including sexual assault, committing an act of indecency and attempting homosexual intercourse with a male aged between 10 and 18.

Investigators from the police Strike Force Georgiana received information about the alleged indecent and sexual assault of a boy in May last year.

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