What to know about the investigation into Catholic priests in Rhode Island and sexual abuse charges

Associated Press (AP)EN 5 min read 100% complete by By KIMBERLEE KRUESIMarch 5, 2026 at 12:23 AM

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The article discusses an investigation into Catholic priests in Rhode Island concerning sexual abuse charges. The investigation is being conducted by the Rhode Island Attorney General's Office. The article includes images from a press conference held at the Attorney General's Office on March 4, 2026, featuring Attorney General Peter Neronha and church abuse survivors Ann Hagan Webb and Dr. Herbert Brennan. The images also show the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Providence and St. Mary's Church in Cranston, Rhode Island, both photographed in February 2026. The purpose of the article is to inform the public about the ongoing investigation.

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Cranston, R.I. 30% St. Mary’s Church 30% Herbert Brennan 40% Rhode Island Attorney General’s Office ×350% Ann Hagan Webb 50% Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence 60% Peter Neronha 60% Providence, R.I. ×570% Catholic Church 80% Rhode Island ×790%

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sexual abuse 100% catholic priests 90% investigation 80% rhode island 70% attorney general 60% abuse survivor 60% catholic diocese 50%

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Rhode Island

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