ST. LOUIS (MO)
Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests
August 14, 2019
Following a review of accusations of child abuse, authorities in Wyoming have recommended that charges be brought against two unnamed Catholic priests. We are grateful for this development and hope that it encourages others who experienced abuse to come forward and make a report to law enforcement.
According to the Star-Tribune, the announcement from Cheyenne police said that “the investigation stemmed ‘from a case initiated in 2002 that was reopened in 2018’ amid new information provided to authorities by the Diocese of Cheyenne.” Those particulars match what is publicly known about the allegations against former Bishop Joseph Hart.
Though this move is long overdue, we are glad that apparently the accusations against Bishop Hart have finally been investigated by police and that charges have been recommended. At the same time, cases like these are often difficult to prosecute, so we encourage anyone with information or suspicions about the former bishop to find the courage to call law enforcement immediately.
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