A priest from Mexico who has visited Chicago is accused of sexually abusing a minor within the metropolis years in the past, the Archdiocese of Chicago mentioned in a letter on Sunday.
Father Ernest Tovar-Trejo is from the Diocese of Tampico, Mexico.
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Cardinal Blase Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago, says the daddy celebrated Mass with out the correct permission at Maternity of the Blessed Mom Church on West North Avenue in Humboldt Park.
Father Tovar-Trejo been informed he can’t minister as a priest whereas he’s beneath investigation.
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“Our accountability for the welfare of the kids entrusted to our care is of paramount significance to us,” a press release from the Archdiocese learn partially. “The Archdiocese of Chicago encourages anybody who feels they’ve been sexually abused by a priest, deacon, spiritual or lay worker to return ahead. They are going to be obtained with dignity and compassion.”
No additional data was instantly obtainable.
