Hartford Archdiocese Settles Clergy Abuse Case for $2.4M

Hartford Archdiocese Settles Clergy Abuse Case for $2.4M

Introduction

The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Hartford has agreed to pay $2.4 million to a man who says he was sexually abused by a priest more than 100 times over a five-year period starting in the 1980s.

Alleged Abuse Spanned Years

The victim, who served as an altar boy at St. Adalbert’s School in Enfield, alleges the abuse occurred between 1985 and 1990. According to his attorney, the priest repeatedly took him out of class to assist at funerals, where the assaults took place.

Attorney Details Abuse Pattern

“My client would be taken from class for long periods to serve at funerals,” the attorney explained. “After the services, he would be abused. Someone should have noticed he was missing from class for such a long time.” The attorney said the assaults happened dozens of times over the years.

Archdiocese Issues Apology and Commitment

In a statement, the Archdiocese expressed ongoing remorse and pledged continued support for victims of clergy sexual abuse. Church leaders said they are committed to ensuring such abuse never happens again and to keeping all churches safe for children and families.