Notice: The below list(s) of accused clergy is based upon reports and allegations by victims or the families of victims.
The listing of a clergy’s name does not state or imply that clergy charged with allegations are guilty of a crime or liable for civil claims. The charges made against these clergy are just charges until judicially determined even if many others could find them credible.
Based upon the evidence available to the Diocese, the allegations against the persons set forth on the below lists were deemed to be credible unless otherwise noted. By “credible” the Diocesan officials believe that the allegations may be true. As to deceased priests and laicized priests generally no investigation would be implemented if the claim was first made after the priest left ministry. In addition, generally no investigation would be undertaken as to priests who admitted to the allegation. The judicial system, however, presumes that a person accused of or charged with a crime is innocent until proven guilty. In a civil action a person charged with wrong doing is likewise presumed not to be liable as charged unless a plaintiff proves otherwise. Admissions of guilt or liability are not typically a part of civil or private settlements.
Clergy is a broader term than priest and includes Bishops, priests and deacons. This list(s) includes all Diocesan clergy for whom allegations were reported to the Diocese or the IRCP program unless the allegations were unsubstantiated or investigations are still pending. Professional and reasonable efforts have been undertaken to ensure that an allegation has been received regarding each priest on this list while that person was a clergy in active ministry. For clergy in active ministry at the time of the allegation, the Diocese will undertake an investigation. While these investigations assist the Diocese in determining whether or not a clergy member should be in active ministry, it does not legally confirm the veracity of any actual allegation, and this list is not a representation of the legal case history, or part thereof, of an individual.
The below lists are accurate to the current knowledge of Diocesan authorities as of the date set forth on the list(s). The Diocese reserves the right to change, amend or update these lists if additional information is provided to it. In the event that any changes are made to the list(s), the revised, modified or updated list(s) will be posted on this website immediately. Please check the latest information posted here to become informed of any changes.
The Diocese is currently sponsoring an Independent Reconciliation and Compensation Program (“IRCP”). Kenneth Fienberg is the independent administrator of the IRCP and is not bound to, or by, any actions or determinations of the Diocese. This list is not intended to imply approval, determination, or knowledge by the IRCP Administrator of any information set forth herein.
CLERGY MEMBERS OF THE DIOCESE OF BROOKLYN WITH CREDIBLE ALLEGATIONS:
CREDIBILITY DEEMED BY DIOCESAN REVIEW BOARD DETERMINATION AND/OR ADMISSION ON BEHALF OF THE CLERIC.
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