Catholic Diocese of El Paso statement on arrest of diocesan school board member

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[statement from the diocese]

EL PASO, Texas –

The Catholic Diocese of El Paso released the following statement in response to the arrest of Victor J. Reza.

Reza is a member of the diocesan school board.

“Anytime we hear of an allegation of sexual misconduct or abuse of a minor we are very concerned. Mr. Victor J. Reza is a member of our Diocesan School Board and has served since 2008.

The School Board members advise the Diocesan Bishop on matters of Catholic School Policies. They are required to undergo a criminal background check and Safe Environment training for the Diocese.

Mr. Reza completed these requirements. The Diocese cannot comment on the details of this issue since it is an ongoing criminal investigation.

In the Catholic Diocese of El Paso, we have diligently worked to make our parishes and schools safe from predators and to educate our people on the scourge of sexual misconduct and abuse.

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