ARLINGTON (VA)
WJLA-TV (ABC) [Arlington VA]
May 28, 2026
By De'Anthony Taylor
A priest serving as rector at the Cathedral of Saint Thomas More in Virginia has been placed on administrative leave while an allegation of sexual misconduct with minors is investigated.
The Catholic Diocese of Arlington identified the priest as The Very Reverend Patrick L. Posey.
According to the diocese, the alleged incidents happened between 1992 and 1993 outside the Diocese of Arlington.
The diocese said Posey denies the accusation and that no determination has been made regarding the allegation.
Officials said the allegation was promptly reported to law enforcement in accordance with diocesan policy.
“The diocese is fully cooperating with law enforcement and will continue to do so,” officials said in a statement.
Posey’s current assignment was rector at the Cathedral of Saint Thomas More in Arlington.
The Reverend Nicholas Barnes has been appointed as parochial administrator at the cathedral, the diocese said.
Anyone with information specifically related to the allegation should contact law enforcement.