Second woman accuses Maine priest of sexual abuse

The woman alleges Father Robert Vaillancourt raped her when she was 15.

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A woman has come forward after 39 years alleging she was sexually assaulted by a priest who is on administrative leave amid an internal investigation by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland.

Father Robert Vaillancourt was placed on leave in July following accusations he sexually abused a girl in the 1980s.

Vaillancourt, who was relieved of his post as pastor to several churches on the Mid Coast within the parish of Saint Brendan the Navigator, has denied the allegations. 

The latest alleged victim, who does not want to be identified, is now considering taking action under a new law that allows survivors to file a civil case.

“Jane” said she was…