A woman who attended Merritt’s Catholic church as a child alleges she was sexually abused by a priest more than 50 years ago.
That’s according to a recently filed lawsuit which claims he used his position of trust and authority to “prey” on her and sexually assault her at Sacred Heart Church.
The plaintiff, who iNFOnews.ca is not naming, is now taking The Roman Catholic Diocese of Kamloops to civil court alleging the overseeing organization failed to protect her, according to a notice of civil claim.
She said the priest was responsible for teaching children and providing guidance in a “parent-like” role, both through religious and educational mentoring. Instead, he used his position to abuse her and keep her from telling anyone about it, according to court documents.
“In order to facilitate abuses, (he) engaged in a pattern of behavior which was intended to make the plaintiff feel that it…
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