Fr. John Beaman Hesch
Accused in 1995 of abusing several youths in his role as a sex education teacher. Teachers complained about Hesch’s physical handling of children. Church investigated; said they would sent him to counseling, but did not. In 1994 a 21-year-old man died by suicide. Parents asked church to keep Hesch away from funeral. Weeks later Hesch killed himself after confronted by church officials about abuse. He claimed he was innocent. Bishop was said to have ignored information on other victims in 1994. On diocese’s list 2/13/19.
- Richmond Times Dispatch 07.13.94
- Washington Post 07.14.94
- San Diego Union Tribune 07.15.94
- Richmond Times Dispatch 07.30.94
- Richmond Times Dispatch 08.09.94
- Richmond Times Dispatch 04.28.02
- Plain Dealer 05.25.02
- Richmond Times Dispatch 08.25.02
- Richmond Times Dispatch 08.30.02
- Daily Press 07.09.03
- News Channel 6 02.13.19
- Diocese of Richmond List 02.13.19
- Diocese of Richmond Hesch Profile 02.14.19
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