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By Les Masterson (Patch Staff)
Father Thomas M. Gillespie, pastor of St. Theresa’s Parish, has been placed on administrative leave after the Archdiocese of Boston received an allegation of sexual abuse of a minor, announced the archdiocese on Sunday.
The alleged abuse dates back to the late-1970s.
When given the information, church officials alerted law enforcement and started a preliminary investigation, said the archdiocese.
In a statement, the Archdiocese of Boston said, “The decision to place Fr. Gillespie on administrative leave represents the Archdiocese’s commitment to the welfare of all parties and does not represent a determination of Fr. Gillespie’s guilt or innocence as it pertains to this allegation.
“The Archdiocese will work to resolve this case as expeditiously as possible and in a manner that is fair to all parties.
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