MINNESOTA
KARE
[Statement from the archdiocese]
[Letter from Archbishop John Nienstedt]
A written statement released to the media says the Archdiocese became aware of the allegations last week, and instructed a mandated reporter within the church to contact police and report the matter so an investigation could begin.
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Archbishop John Nienstedt is strongly denying allegations that he inappropriately touched a juvenile male on the buttocks during a group photo session in 2009.
The Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis announced the allegations against Nienstedt Tuesday, and said the Archbishop is cooperating fully with St. Paul Police in the investigation. A written statement released to the media says the Archdiocese became aware of the allegations last week, and instructed a mandated reporter within the church to contact police and report the matter so an investigation could begin.
Nienstedt will step away from all public ministry until the investigation is complete.He released a letter Tuesday denying the allegations.
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