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A Catholic priest who serves at St. Mary’s Catholic Cathedral in Amarillo, Texas, was pepper-sprayed while hearing confessions last week, according to a statement from the parish.
The parish said in a statement on Facebookthat “someone dealing with mental health issues” sprayed rector Father Tony Neusch with the irritant while he was hearing confessions.
Police are investigating the incident. It’s unclear whether officers have identified a suspect at this time.
“I am okay and do not require medical attention,” Neusch said in the statement.
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The parish said in a statement on Facebookthat “someone dealing with mental health issues” sprayed rector Father Tony Neusch with the irritant while he was hearing confessions.
Police are investigating the incident. It’s unclear whether officers have identified a suspect at this time.
“I am okay and do not require medical attention,” Neusch said in the statement.
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Catholic priest pepper-sprayed during confessions at Texas cathedral
The parish said in a statement that “someone dealing with mental health issues” sprayed rector Father Tony Neusch with the irritant while he was hearing confessions.
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