Charlotte bishop assessing future of priest accused of boundary violations, sexual abuse

A police investigation found the sexual abuse allegations credible, the diocese said.

Bishop Michael Martin of Charlotte has indicated that he will assess whether to return to ministry a priest who has been accused of both boundary violations and sexual abuse of a minor.

The priest - Fr. Patrick Hoare - was removed from his role as pastor after the diocesan lay review board found boundary violation allegations against him to be credible.

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