Diocese releases accused priests’ names

LANSING (MI)
WILX 10 NBC

September 27, 2019

The Catholic Diocese of Lansing has released the names of priests accused of sexually abusing minors.

Bishop Earl Boyea commented on the list during a press conference on September 27.

“One priest is too many. One victim is too many,” he said.

On Friday, Sept. 27, Bishop Earl Boyea published the names of priests who are credibly accused of abusing a minor since the foundation of the Diocese in 1937.

The Diocese says it’s cooperating with the investigation, but that’s not why it released the names on Friday.

“We view it as consistent with the Attorney General’s investigation. When allegations come to the Diocese, we share them with the Attorney General. This release of names may lead to additional individuals coming forward either to us or the Attorney General,” said Bloomfield.

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