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MILWAUKEE — A Cedarburg priest is cleared during an investigation of sexual abuse claims.

Father Tom Eichenberger was removed from St. Francia Borgia Parish in September.

The Milwaukee Archdiocese said even though no criminal charges had been filed, it is church policy to conduct its own review.

On Sunday, November 15th, Archbishop Jerome Listecki sent a letter to church members saying the case is complete — and Fr. Eichenberger will return for services next weekend. Below is the complete text of that letter:

Dear Parishioners and Friends of St. Francis Borgia Parish,

In September, I wrote to you that we had received a claim against Father Tom Eichenberger alleging sexual abuse. It is my responsibility to write to you now to tell you that the investigation has been completed and the report against Father Eichenberger has not been substantiated.

The Archdiocese of Milwaukee takes these reports…