Former priest charged over alleged historic child sexual assault at Mallanganee
A former priest will face court over allegations he sexually assaulted a teenage boy at a church property near Casino 40 years ago.
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A former priest will face court in the state’s north over allegations of a historic child sexual assault 40 years ago.
Detectives from Richmond Police District started an investigation in November 2021 following reports a boy, aged 14 at the time, had allegedly been sexually abused at a church property in Mallanganee – west of Casino – in 1982.
The 74-year-old man was arrested on October 18 and taken to Casino Police Station.
He has been charged with sexual assault – assault and act of indecency, sexual assault – person under 16 years and sexual assault – indecent act with person under 16 years of age.
Police will allege the former priest invited the boy to his house before sexually assaulting him.
The man was granted strict conditional bail to appear before Kyogle Local Court on Thursday.
Anyone with concerns about suspected child abuse or exploitation should call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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