Another Priest Tried for Sex Abuse Once again, Argentine society should be lamenting and outraged by another case of sexual abuse by a priest against a minor. Click below to see original article in Spanish. Twenty-two years have passed since the time of the abuses, and, it seems, justice has finally arrived. High-profile witnesses have given their accounts, including the specialists who treated not only Cuattromo but also two of his peers at the Marianista School who were likewise abused, although they did not press charges.
The specialists detailed the damage caused by the abuses to which the boys were subject, and gave other important details in their presentations. In , the Marianista School learned of the incidents and attempted to keep them from going public by offering compensation to the victims. Several institutions presented amicus curiae briefs [legal opinions] that were admitted by the Court. In all liklihood, the Court will announce the verdict this week, since all planned testimonies and declarations have been given, and the defense has made their statements.
The first is the alarming number of pedophile priests in the world, in general,and in our country, in particular. The second is the disconnect on the subject that seems to exist between the stance of Pope Benedict XVI and that of the Church of Argentina.
As we finish this missive, it has come to our attention through the media yet another charge of abuse and corruption of minors committed by a priest. As is customary, the Church of Argentina did not report him [in order that he could be given] his lawful punishment, in spite of knowing full well the details of the case.
The alleged victims were nearly 50 children. What are they waiting for? Reproduce freely with attribution.
