Archbishop Bernard Hebda said in a statement posted on the archdiocese’s website that the investigation targets Bishop Michael Hoeppner of the Crookston diocese.
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Deacon candidate accuses Minnesota bishop of blackmail to keep abuse allegations quiet
His attorney said it’s the first time a U.S. bishop has been sued individually for coercion.
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In Minnesota, hundreds take opportunity to sue over sex abuse
More than 800 people have brought abuse claims against churches, the Boy Scouts, schools and a children’s theater company. Previously unknown offenders have been exposed.