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Ukrainian Catholic priest on leave after sexual assault allegation

Apr 21, 2023 | 9:42 AM

The Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Saskatoon says a member of its clergy has been placed on administrative leave following an allegation of sexual assault.

On Thursday, the Saskatoon Police Service confirmed a sexual assault charge had been laid against a 69-year-old man. Police said the alleged assault happened March 11 and involved a 13-year-old girl, and in an emailed statement to 650 CKOM confirmed there was a connection to a “faith-based organization.”

Police said the alleged assault happened in the 200 block of Avenue M South, a block which is home to the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy.

According to a statement shared on the eparchy’s website, the priest is on leave pending the outcome of the court case.