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Priest Accused Of Inappropriate Contact With Women
He's been placed on administrative leave pending the results of an investigation.
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, PA - A Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh priest has been placed on administrative leave after being accused of inappropriate contact with adult women. The Rev. James Young is not permitted to engage in public ministry, administer sacraments, dress in clerical garb or identify himself as a priest while on leave.
Bishop David Zubik announced the move in a letter to parishoners of the three Butler County churches Young serves: St. Ferdinand in Cranberry, St. Gregory in Zelienople and Holy Redeemer in Ellwood City.
Zubik noted that the restrictions placed on Young will be permanent if the diocesan Independent Review Board concludes the accusations are true.
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