Investigation finds ex-pope Benedict 'failed to act in German abuse cases'

Former Pope Benedict XVI failed to take action against clerics in four cases of alleged sexual abuse, the report said.ccording to a damning independent report, f

Benedict became the first pope to step down from the role in 600 years in 2013 and now lives a secluded life in a former convent inside the grounds of the Vatican. The lawyers said that "to our surprise", Benedict had denied attending the meeting in 1980 at which the decision was made to admit Hullermann, despite being quoted directly in the minutes of the meeting.He also said Benedict had initially shown a "defensive attitude" when responding to questions for the investigation. However, he later changed his stance and gave a detailed written statement.

Mr Marx on Thursday apologised to the victims on behalf of the archdiocese, which will respond in detail next week, and also said he was "shocked and ashamed" by the findings.ANSA

Rat by name …

Typical. This from someone who opposes contraception and abortion, even when his priests are sexually abusing children. Priests should be able to marry. Celibacy is unnatural.

'he had been accused of abusing an 11-year-old boy. ' Of course homosexual ephebophilia.

ANOTHER ONE FROM THE CATHOLIC PAEDOPHILE PROTECTION RACKET!

Where has that hand been?

Before everyone starts chanting 'hang him' 'hang him' is it the role of an Archbishop to intervene when child abuse is suspected? Yes everyone has a role to play in preventing this horrible crime if they can but many accused are later found to be innocent. Tough calls.

Allahu akbar! You have to marry them first, then it's alright.

Make that 5 cases…🙋🏽

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