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The Diocese of Dromore has confirmed that a priest has voluntarily stepped down whilst the PSNI investigates an historical allegation.
In a statement the Diocese of Dromore said:
The Diocese of Dromore confirms the PSNI are currently investigating a safeguarding allegation of an historic nature against a Priest of the Diocese. The Diocese and the priest are cooperating fully with this ongoing investigation and will continue to do so.
While this allegation is being investigated, and as part of the diocesan Safeguarding Procedures, the priest has voluntarily stepped aside from all public ministry pending the outcome of the investigation.
The Diocese cannot make further comment at this time whilst an investigation is ongoing.
The Diocese advise anyone who may have a concern of a safeguarding nature to contact the PSNI, Social Services, or the Diocesan Designated Safeguarding Officer.
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