GUAM
Washington Times
By – Associated Press – Tuesday, July 12, 2016
HAGATNA, Guam (AP) – The Archdiocese of Agana is considering changing to its response policy for allegations of sexual abuse against church officials following recent accusations against Archbishop Anthony Apuron.
The Pacific Daily News reports (http://bit.ly/29xRFMS ) Archbishop Savio Hon Tai Fai, a temporary administrator appointed by the Vatican after the allegations surfaced, said a group met Friday to revise the policy. Archdiocese spokesman Monsignor Brigido “Bibi” Arroyo says the changes aren’t being made in response to allegations against Apuron.
Arroyo also said Monday that the archdiocese has appointed a new sexual abuse response coordinator. Deacon Leonard “Len” Stohr is filling the position previously held by Deacon Larry Claros.
Four people have accused Apuron of sexual abuse that allegedly occurred in the 1970s.
Apuron hasn’t been charged with any crime and has denied abuse allegations.
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