Anthony Odiong
Coverage of Anthony Odiong in the Nexus archive.
- Key takeaways from the Guardian’s inquiry into the church’s handling of a predatory priest
The Catholic Church extended Anthony Odiong's term as a priest despite knowing about allegations of his sexual misconduct against female congregants. A Texas jury later convicted him of criminal clergy sexual assault, resulting in a life imprisonment sentence.
- Key takeaways from the Guardian’s inquiry into the church’s handling of a predatory priest
The Catholic Church extended the temporary role of Anthony Odiong, a priest accused of sexual misconduct by multiple women, despite knowing about the allegations. Odiong was later convicted of criminal clergy sexual assault in Waco, Texas, and sentenced to life imprisonment.
- Catholic church had been alerted to Texas priest’s sexual predation for years – but dawdled before acting
The Catholic Church in Texas delayed acting on allegations of sexual misconduct against priest Anthony Odiong, extending his temporary role at a Louisiana church despite multiple complaints from women. Internal church documents show leaders sought to prolong his assignment by three years, leading to his eventual life prison sentence in June.
- Catholic church had been alerted to Texas priest’s sexual predation for years – but dawdled before acting
Church officials extended the role of Anthony Odiong, a priest later convicted of sexual assault, despite multiple allegations of misconduct from women. Internal Catholic church files show leaders sought to prolong his three-year assignment at a Louisiana church even as complaints persisted.
- Louisiana church solicits prayers for pastor convicted of sexual assault – but not for his victims
Anthony Odiong was sentenced to life in prison for sex crimes against congregants in Texas. A Louisiana church where he previously served as pastor has been criticized for soliciting prayers for him in a bulletin that omitted the victims. One of the victims encouraged the community to pray for the victims as well.
- Roman Catholic Priest Sentenced to Life in Prison for Sexual Assault
Father Anthony Odiong, who served in Texas and Louisiana, was sentenced to life in prison for sexual assault. Prosecutors stated the abuse likely resulted in the birth of a child.
- Texas jury considers sentence for Catholic priest convicted of sexual assault
A Texas jury is deliberating the sentence for Anthony Odiong, a 57-year-old Roman Catholic priest convicted of first- and second-degree sexual assault charges. He faces potential sentences ranging from five years to life imprisonment.
- Texas jury to consider sentence for Catholic priest convicted of sexual assault
Anthony Odiong, a 57-year-old Catholic priest, was convicted of first- and second-degree sexual assault and faces sentencing. A Texas jury will determine his sentence, which could include life imprisonment for the first-degree charge.
- Texas jury deliberates fate of Catholic priest charged with sexual assault after Guardian reporting
Anthony Odiong, a Catholic priest in Texas, is on trial for sexual assault charges involving female parishioners, with a jury beginning deliberations after a trial that started with jury selection on Tuesday. He has pleaded not guilty to three counts of sexual assault.
- Texas jury deliberates fate of Catholic priest charged with sexual assault after Guardian reporting
Anthony Odiong, a Catholic priest in Texas, is on trial for charges of sexual assault after being accused of exploiting his position to pursue relationships with female parishioners. A jury began deliberating his fate on Friday, following a trial that started with jury selection in Waco.
- Trial of US priest charged with sexual assault begins with jury selection in Texas
Anthony Odiong, a 57-year-old Roman Catholic priest, faces trial in Waco, Texas, for three counts of second-degree sexual assault involving female congregants. He could receive up to 20 years in prison per charge and is accused of exploiting his position as clergy to pursue inappropriate relationships.