FIJI
One News, TVNZ
July 13, 2020
By Lena Reece
The Catholic Church of Fiji says it will conduct an investigation after reports of alleged sexual abuse of children within the Church.
TVNZ’s One News reported last night that it investigated claims of historic sexual abuse of children at the hands of catholic priests, brothers, and teachers.
The media outlet has spoken with Fijians who claim to have been victims.
One News reports the alleged abuse was carried out by New Zealand priests and brothers who were moved to the Pacific and involves decades of alleged abuse, deceit, and cover-up.
Catholic Archdiocese of Suva Vicar-General, Father Sulio Turagakacivi says they will look into these claims and if anyone is implicated, they will be referred to the relevant authorities.
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