Fr. Bernard Dabbene
In 1959 a 9th grade boy at Salesian High School in Richmond CA reported to Dabbene’s superior that Dabbene had molested him twice. Dabenne was then a lay brother and a teacher at the school. Dabbene then “left [the boy] alone” and went on to become principal at Salesian schools, and an official with the San Francisco archdiocese. In 1971 allegations were reported to the Diocese of Oakland (formerly part of the SF archdiocese). In 11/2000 Dabbene was arrested after he was found in a car with 17-year-old boy, both with their pants unzipped. Found guilty. Sentenced to three years probation and community service. Sent to St. John Vianney in Philadelphia for treatment. Named in a 2003 civil suit which alleged he was part of a ring of child molesters at Salesian High School 1969-1973. Lived at the Salesian provincial headquarters for years. Died 9/9/2010. Included on the Oakland diocese’s list in 2019.
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