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Survivors Network of Those Abused by Priests
Posted by David Clohessy on September 27, 2012
It is disturbing how easily predators are able to find potential victims by using the internet. For that reason, we are grateful to Columbus police for apprehending Fr. Patrick Hughes before he had the chance to potentially victimize more children.
Parents must remain vigilant and be sure to monitor the internet activity of young, unsuspecting children who may be pursued by predators such as Rev. Hughes. Child predators are often charismatic and deceptive, and what seems safe and innocent from behind a computer screen can turn out to be nefarious.
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