ST. CLOUD (MN)
The Associated Press
February 14, 2018
A priest who serves in the Diocese of St. Cloud has been arrested and charged on accusations of sexual misconduct.
The Rev. Anthony Oelrich, 51, is jailed in Stearns County Wednesday and appeared in court on allegations of third-degree criminal sexual conduct.
Oelrich, of St. Cloud, is charged with one felony count of third-degree criminal sexual conduct.
Between Dec. 1, 2013 and April 30, 2014, Oelrich is accused of engaging in sexual misconduct with a woman who sought his spiritual advice after a sexually abusive relationship. The victim said that they engaged in a sexual relationship.
Minnesota statue prohibits a member of the clergy from engaging in a sexual relationship under these circumstances, police said.
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