KENTUCY
WDRB
[with video]
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Priest, Father Stephen Pohll, who pleaded guilty to child pornography charges was sentenced today.
Ted Shouse, Pohl’s Attorney says, “He’s relieved this has come to an conclusion.”
Pohl spoke to the court saying he apologizes to the St. Margaret Mary Parish, the Archbishop, his family and friends and the public. He said he deeply regrets the sadness caused by this.
He went on to say, “I pray forr God’s mercy and forgiveness” and that his actions “may have God’s healing and peace.”
Shouse says, “I think it was sincere. It was honest and it comes from Father Pohl’s heart.”
20 people also wrote letters in support of Pohl for the judge to read before sentencing. Some asked the judge to have mercy on Pohl.
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