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Former Australian bishop jailed for sexually abusing young men

Former Australian bishop jailed for sexually abusing young men

The former Bishop of Broome is one of the most senior Catholic clerics in the world to face sex abuse charges.

October 7, 2026 at 04:22 AM Original source
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Notable Quotes

"We are sorry for the pain and suffering that was inflicted on you. We are sorry that your trust was so directly and profoundly betrayed by a leader of the church."

— Timothy Costelloe , Other

Key People

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Christopher SaundersOther

Former Bishop of Broome who was jailed for sexually abusing young men.

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Timothy CostelloeOther

Archbishop of Perth who commented on the victims' courage and the church's response to the abuse.

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Western Australia, Australia

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Aboriginal bishop catholic church court justice sexual abuse victims

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Former Australian bishop jailed for sexually abusing young men
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The former Bishop of Broome is one of the most senior Catholic clerics in the world to face sex abuse charges.

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