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Oakland Diocese Considers Bankruptcy In Light Of Over 330 Sex Abuse Lawsuits

March 20, 2023March 18, 2023 from SFGate by Staff

The Diocese of Oakland is trying to get ahead of what appears to be around 330 looming clergy sexual abuse lawsuits, announcing they may file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, which critics say is just a tactic to avoid testifying and paying damages. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Oakland had a pretty ugly run of sexual … Read more

Accused Oakland Priest Flees The Country

March 5, 2019 from SFGate by Staff

A Roman Catholic Diocese of Oakland priest accused of sexual misconduct with a minor has fled the country, according to church officials. Father Alex Castillo was placed on administrative leave Jan. 31 by the diocese, which said it had received an allegation of inappropriate behavior from a male victim, diocese officials confirmed Monday. Church officials were in … Read more