FORT WAYNE (IN)
WISE NBC TV
Dec. 16, 2019
By Jazlynn Bebout
The Diocese of Fort-Wayne South Bend has announced that a local priest has been credibly accused of sexually abusing a minor.
Fort Wayne’s NBC received a statement from The Diocese that says they received an allegation on Dec. 10 against Father Joseph Gaughan, claiming he sexually abused a minor.
Father Joseph Gaughan most recently served as the pastor of Most Precious Blood Parish in Fort Wayne, but alleged abuse occurred over 20 years ago while he served at Saint Anthony de Padua Parish in South Bend.
The Diocese says they have determined the allegation to be credible and have informed authorities. Father Gaughan has also been placed on administrative leave.
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