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Gary Post-Tribune
LONG BEACH — The Rev. Richard Emerson asked for an assignment to Florida so he could be closer to his ailing parents.
It was that assignment a few years ago that has now led to accusations of sexual misconduct against the 53-year-old priest.
Emerson was placed on administrative leave this weekend from Notre Dame Catholic Church at U.S. 12 and Moore Road. The parish was informed by Bishop Dale Melczek, who made the decision pending further investigation.
The Gary diocese isn’t disclosing much more about the allegation.
According to diocese spokesman Brian Olszewski, the person making the accusation was a minor when the alleged inappropriate conduct occurred.