LANSING, MI — Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel Monday released a report related to a years-long investigation into clergy sexual abuse within Michigan’s Catholic dioceses, including Lansing.
The Detroit News is reporting that the report indicates that the investigation into the Diocese of Lansing found that 48 priests, three religious brothers, one apparent former religious brother and four deacons may have engaged in sexual misconduct since 1950. The investigation was launched in 2018.
Of the 56 identified suspects, 42 were ordained or incardinated by the Diocese of Lansing, according to the report.
“By publishing these reports we are sharing their stories and validating their experiences,” Nessel said at a press conference. “We hope this report provides a voice to those who have suffered in silence for so long.”
Diocese of Lansing Bishop Earl Boyea is quoted in the Detroit News article that he is deeply sorry that anyone was sexually abused or sexually assaulted by any clergy members.
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