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MEDIA REPORTS ARCHIVES (click here for Articles)
Abuse in the Catholic Church Pulitzer Prize winning series of articles and reports from The Boston Globe, 2002, regarding allegations of abuse by priests, and actions of Diocesean officials when informed of the charges.
Cardinal Bernard Law/Fr. John Geoghan/Boston Archdiocese Archive of articles relating to sexual abuse of children by Fr. John Geoghan and the actions of Cardinal Law and the Boston Archdiocese.
Decades of Sex Abuse Plague Deaf School Series of articles from the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, April 2001, regarding sexual abuse charges occurring over half a century at the Washington School for the Deaf. Updated information covering abuse charges at schoos for deaf students nationwide has now been added as well.
Dr. John Schneeberger Case Article archive of the case of Dr. John Schneeberger, of Canada, convicted of drug-facilitated rapes of patients, and court ordered prison visits with his young daughters.
Hutchins, Texas 'Girl in the Closet' Case Archive of articles related to the neglect, physical, and sexual abuse of Hutchins, TX girl confined in closet for years, after initial relinquishment by biological mother and subsequent regaining of custody from foster parents.
Out of Bounds Series of articles from the Houston Chronicle, April 2001, regarding abuse by youth coaches.
Rabbi Jerrold Levy Case Archive of articles relating to the arrest, plea, and sentencing of Boca Raton, Florida, Rabbi Jerrold Levy on child molestation and child pornography charges.
Roman Polanski Rape Conviction In keeping with The Zero's tradition of offering factual, sourced information to our users, the truth about director Roman Polanski's arrest, conviction, and pre-sentencing flight to avoid incarceration for unlawful intercourse with a minor.
Victor Salva, Child Molester, and Disney The Zero's archive of fully-sourced media reports regarding the child molestation conviction of director Victor Salva, and his hiring by Disney to direct the movie Powder.
- Victor Salva Update
The Zero's archive of updated media reports on director Victor Salva's latest movie project, Jeepers Creepers.
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ARTICLES (click here for Media Reports Archives)
Abuse by: Clergy | Step/Foster-Parents, Babysitters, Family "Friends" | Police, Legal Authorities | Doctors, Medical Personnel | Educators | Coaches, Youth Group Leaders, Camp Personnel
ABUSE by CLERGY
For 2 Decades, in 3 Countries, Priest Left a Trail of Sex Abuse The New York Times, April 20, 2002
A 2nd LI Priest Removed Newsday, April 3, 2002
Alleged Sexual Abuse Not Reported by Mormon Officials in Montana The Associated Press, June 8, 2001
Amish Man Faces Jail in Sex Charges The Associated Press, September 19, 2001
Analysis of Denis Dillon Letter on Clergy Reporting Bill Analysis of Nassau County DA, Denis Dillon's letter to the NY State Senate opposing a bill requiring clergy to report child abuse allegations to authorities.
Archbishop Resigns After Abuse Criticism BBC News, October 26, 2001
Australian Bishop Denies Sex Cover-up BBC News, May 31, 2002
Bill Tries to Stop 'Bad Priest' Recycling The Herald News, July 31, 2001
Bishop Charged in Sex Scandal CNN, February 23, 2001
Bishop Resigns Over Handling of Sex Case BBC News, April 1, 2002
Bishop Quits, Admits Sex Misconduct The Associated Press, March 8, 2002
Brentwood Man Held in '90 Molestation Contra Costa Times, September 6, 2002
Brothers: One Is Activist Against Priest Abuse; The Other Is An Accused Priest The Associated Press, April 12, 2002
Calgary Parish Split As Pedophile Priest Revealed The National Post Online, February 4, 2002
Calif. Dioceses Settle Abuse Claim The Associated Press, April 1, 2002
Catholic Church Addresses Scandal The Associated Press, March 24, 2002
Charge That National Church Policies "Protect" Predators PRNewswire, August 7, 2001
Child Abuse Charges Involving Cantor's Family Called 'Typical Case' The Associated Press, February 21, 2002
Church Blocks Sex Priest's Transfer The Observer, February 24, 2002
Church 'Ignoring Rules' on Abuse BBC News, March 8, 1999
Church Panels as Abuse Cops The National Law Journal, August 5, 2002
Church Sex-Abuse Hotline Misleading, Lawsuit Claims USA TODAY, July 10, 2002
Churches Not Protected From Sexual Abuse Lawsuits, High Court Says Sun-Sentinel, March 14, 2002
Clergy, Abuse, and Jail Time Christian Science Monitor, March 21, 2002
Clergy Sex Abuse of Females Complicates Intricate Issue Kansas City Star, July 12, 2002
Convicted Priest Helped Abusers Stay In Ministry The Dallas Morning News, July 13, 2002
Cult Leader Ignored His Own Rules The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, July 7, 2002
Dark History Eludes Church's Eyes The Denver Post, November 6, 2001
DeKalb Pastor Found Guilty of Molesting Teen The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, May 22, 2002
The Difference Between "Sick" and "Evil" by Andrew Vachss, Parade, July 14, 2002
For Experts on Abuse, Priests' Orientation Isn't the Issue The Washington Post, June 24, 2002
For One Key Bishop, Past Problems Linger MSNBC, June 14, 2002
Investigating Child Abuse in Ireland BBC News, September 18, 1999
Jehovah's Witnesses Accused of Building 'Paedophile Paradise' Sunday Herald, July 14, 2002
Langford v. Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn Justice Miller's Dissent, June 17, 1999
Members of Bishops' Committee Accused of Shielding Molesters The Associated Press, April 12, 2002
Minnesota Legislature 2002: More Time Sought To Report Abuse Pioneer Press, April 1, 2002
A National Precedent: Suffolk Seeks Grand Jury to Examine Church Abuse Cases Newsday, April 5, 2002
No Bond For Ex-Priest Facing Child Porn Charge Chicago Tribune, June 17, 2002
NY Cardinal Egan Regrets Scandal The Associated Press, April 21, 2002
Phila. Archdiocese Dismisses Priests Reuters, February 23, 2002
Polish Archbishop 'Molested Students' BBC News, February 23, 2002
Priest Arrested in Web Sex Sting The Associated Press, May 25, 2001
Priest Charged in Sexual Abuse Newsday, May 8, 2001
- Priest Faces Charges in Nassau Sex Abuse
Newsday, May 16, 2001
- Priest Guilty in Sex Case
Newsday, March 8, 2002
- My Case Is Different, Convicted Rev. Says
New York Daily News, March 20, 2002
- Judge Withdraws Sentencing Commitment For Priest Who Pleaded Guilty to Sodomy
The Associated Press, May 21, 2002
- Facing the 'Beast': At Sentencing, Teen Confronts Priest Who Abused Him
Newsday, March 5, 2003
- A Sentence and Censure: Judge Rebukes Rev. Hands
Newsday, March 13, 2003
- Key Figure in Diocese Scandal, Ex-Priest Let Out of Jail
Newsday, May 1, 2004
Priest Rehab Chief Faces Accusations The Associated Press, July 19, 2002
Priest Spoke at Man-Boy Love Meeting The Associated Press, April 8, 2002
Priestly Sins The San Francisco Chronicle, April 28, 2002
Researchers Caution Catholic Church The Associated Press, March 22, 2002
Schisms of Theology Run Silent, Run Deep The Globe and Mail, July 25, 2002
Seattle Priest Resigns Amid New Allegations The Associated Press, May 25, 2002
Sex Abuse at Church Shatters a Family The Washigton Post, July 30, 2001
Sex Abuse Spans Spectrum of Churches The Christian Science Monitor, April 5, 2002
State Priest Dodged Abuse Claims Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel, April 1, 2002
Stolen Innocence The Jewish Week, June 23, 2000
Suit Ties Boy's Death to Abuse By Priest Boston Globe, April 11, 2002
Suits Name Vatican, U.S. Church Groups Over Priests Accused of Abuse The Associated Press, April 4, 2002
Two-Thirds of Bishops Let Accused Priests Work The Dallas Morning News, June 12, 2002
Vatican Inquiries Into Pedophilia to be Kept Secret The San Francisco Chronicle, January 9, 2002
A Vatican Lawyer Says Bishops Should Not Reveal Abuse Claims The New York Times, May 18, 2002
Years Later, Some Charge Sexual Abuse By Nuns Boston Herald, June 3, 2002
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ABUSE by STEP- and FOSTER PARENTS, BABYSITTERS, FAMILY "FRIENDS"
2nd Time Rape Offender Sentenced to Prison The Billings Gazette, July 12, 2001
Child Molester's Deal Means Life in Prison Contra Costa Times, August 3, 2002
Family Values The Recorder, June 7, 2002
Girl Details Rape at Trial The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, June 23, 2004
Girl Removed From Home After Having Stepfather's Baby The Associated Press, October 29, 2000
Judge Adds 10 Years to Child Rapist's Sentence The Salt Lake Tribune, May 3, 2001
Man Faces Over 2,000 Child Porn Charges The Beaver County Times, March 1, 2002
Man Gets Life for Day-Care Sex Abuse The Associated Press, March 8, 2002
Man Sentenced to 60 Years for Molesting Boys The Los Angeles Times, July 28, 2001
Man Who Garrotted His Family Gets Life The Guardian, May 25, 2001
Man's Attacks on Girls Result in Series of Life Sentences The Kansas City Star, November 1, 2001
Manhunt: Suspect Allegedly Drugged, Raped Daughter's Pals The Boston Herald, May 31, 2001
- Horrors at Sleepovers Detailed in Court Files
The Boston Herald, June 2, 2001
- Delay in Notifying FBI May Have Slowed Search
Worcester Telegram & Gazette, June 8, 2001
- Grand Jury Indicts Whitinsville Man
Worcester Telegram & Gazette, June 16, 2001
- Northbridge Rape Suspect Captured on California Beach
The Boston Herald, June 26, 2001
- Man Pleads Guilty to Assaulting Daughter's Sleepover Guests
The Associated Press, November 19, 2002
Mother Prayed, Child-Sex Trial Told New Zealand National News, June 18, 2002
Pregnant 10-Year-Old Blames 'Godfather', 75 Connecticut Post, April 18, 2002
The Psychiatrist as Accomplice The Washington Times, April 28, 2002
Rapist Gets 15 Years, Deportation Deseret News, July 10, 2001
Sex Offender Asks for Castration Las Vegas SUN, May 16, 2002
Stepdad Accused of Rape Dies in Sex Shop El Paso Times, August 10, 2002
Stow Couple Facing Rape Allegations Akron Beacon Journal, July 25, 2001
Was Baby Boy Bred to Have Sex With 'Dad'? Toronto Sun, March 17, 2001
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ABUSE by LAW ENFORCEMENT/LEGAL AUTHORITIES
Aid Workers In Food For Child Sex Scandal The Guardian, February 27, 2002
Cyber-Sting Lawyer Jailed For Kid Porn New York Post, March 12, 2002
Delegate Entangled In Family Scandal Md. The Washington Post, July 2, 2001
Ex Policeman Jailed For Child Abuse BBC News, March 20, 2002
Lauderdale Officer Accused of Soliciting Girl, 14, on Web Sun-Sentinel, June 22, 2001
Judge Sends Former Cop To Prison Orlando Sentinel, August 4, 2004
Police: Margate Officer Admits to Sex with Arrested Teen Sun-Sentinel, April 9, 2001
Six-Term State Lawmaker Strikes Plea Deal in Child Sex Case The Associated Press, August 26, 2004
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ABUSE by PHYSICIANS and MEDICAL PERSONNEL
Are Children Safe in Our Hospitals? Article by Lou Bank, about the failure to screen hospital volunteers who work with children.
Arrest of Authority Figures Presents Confusing Situation for Children Sun-Sentinel, April 16, 2001
A Complaint Never Forwarded Newsday, June 6, 2001
Therapist Gets 90 Years in Sex Case Los Angeles Times, March 23, 2002
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ABUSE by EDUCATORS
Blind-Boy Sex Stunner New York Post, March 15, 2002
Breach of Trust: Unwrapping the Saga of 'Coach Ron' The Daytona Beach News-Journal, June 3, 2001
California Teacher Sentenced to Prison For Sex With Student The Associated Press, September 19, 2002
Code of Silence Investigative report from the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, September 1996
Cops: HIV-Positive Teacher Raped Boy, 9 New York Post, May 3, 2001
- More Accuse Teacher
Newsday, May 4, 2001
- How City Bungled 'Sex Teacher' Case
New York Post, May 6, 2001
- Teacher Indicted on Sex Abuse Charges
Newsday, May 15, 2001
- No Bail for Teacher in Sex Case
Newsday, June 12, 2001
- Just 10 Yrs. for Teach Who Raped 6
New York Daily News, April 8, 2003
The Correnti Files Newsday, April 10, 2001
Court Gives Woman Right to Sue Monongalia BOE The Dominion Post, November 15, 2001
Data Sparse on Sex Abuse by Educators Newsday, April 10, 2001
Deal Made in Case of Sex Abuse at Boys Home Las Vegas Sun, June 1, 2001
Educators Increasingly Accused of Sex Crimes The Oklahoman Online, June 17, 2001
Ex-Cadet Officer Apologizes For Molesting Boys Canadian Press, January 19, 2001
Ex-Pupils Seek Payback for Abuse at Deaf School The Boston Globe, June 11, 2001
Ex-School Worker Gets 160 Years For Sex Abuse The Associated Press, July 13, 2001
Family Bereft as Abuse Cases Die The Toronto Star, February 24, 2002
Father of Missing Girl: She "Thinks She's in Love" The Associated Press, May 8, 2001
Former Principal Receives Harsh Sentence on Sex Charges The Charleston Gazette, March 19, 2002
Hare Krishna Movement Acknowledges Sexual Abuse Hindustan Times, June 13, 2000
Hidden and Unreported: Sexual Abuse of Students The Toronto Star, June 3, 2001
Investigative Report: UF Hired Sexual Predator Click10.com (WPLG-TV Miami), May 30, 2001
N.J. Teacher Who Had Sex With 13-Year-Old Student Gets Probation The Associated Press, May 24, 2002
Pornography Charges Filed Against Teacher Las Vegas Review-Journal, June 12, 2001
Principal Resigns Amid Sex Probe 11alive.com (Atlanta), 2001.
Psychologist Concedes Teacher's Actions Toward Student Were Predatory Canadian Press, May 16, 2001
Queen's Envoy to Front Sex Abuse Probe CNN, February 19, 2002
Row Over Teacher's Rapist Past BBC News, June 25, 2004
Schools' Hiring Has Cracks Orlando Sentinel, May 25, 2001
Schools Ignore Plan to Thwart Sex Abuse The New York Times, June 22, 2001
Sex Abuse Case Puts Heat On Charter Schools The Arizona Republic, June 6, 2002
Sex Offender Had Stolen Identity of Dead Teacher, Records Show The Associated Press, July 8, 2001
Sexual Attacks in New York City's Schools Are Up Sharply The New York Times, June 3, 2001
Silently Shifting Teachers in Sex Abuse Cases The New York Times, June 18, 2002
State Lacks Way To Track Abusive Teachers The Daily Oklahoman, January 14, 2001
Student Sex Abuse Runs Rampant The New York Post, July 30, 2001
Students Often Fail to Recognize Sexual Harassment by Teachers Sun-Sentinel, May 23, 2001
Teacher Charged With Sex Abuse Is Registered Sex Offender In Florida Mohave Daily News, January 29, 2002
Teacher Sentenced for Molestation The Associated Press, September 19, 2002
Teacher Sex Cases Overshadowed By Clergy Scandal The Associated Press, June 9, 2002
Teacher's Career Marked by Disturbing Accusations Sun-Sentinel, January 29, 2001
- Top Broward Official Hired Teacher Despite Strong Protests
Sun-Sentinel, January 29, 2001
- Bond Increased For Broward Teacher Charged in Sex Case
Sun-Sentinel, January 30, 2001
- State Moves to Ban Teacher Accused of Soliciting Student
Sun-Sentinel, February 9, 2001
- Judge Refuses to Lower Bond for Broward Teacher Jailed on Sex Count
Sun-Sentinel, February 16, 2001
- Ex-Teacher Gets Year in Jail For Soliciting Student For Sex
Sun-Sentinel, May 22, 2001
Teachers Commit Many S.Africa Child Rapes - Study Reuters, January 24, 2002
Trust Betrayed: Sexual Abuse by Teachers Education Week, December 1998
Tryst Teacher's Baby New York Post, October 6, 2002
Woman Sentenced for Sexually Assaulting 12-Year-Old Boy The Associated Press, August 3, 2001
Yale Fires Professor for Child Porn The Associated Press, March 19, 2001
- Professor's Case Stalled, But Not Work
The Hartford Courant, November 23, 2001
- Ex-Yale Scholar Guilty In Assault
The Hartford Courant, January 5, 2002
- Child Abuser Jailed Early
The Hartford Courant, January 18, 2002
- Yale Professor Sentenced to 15 Years
The Hartford Courant, February 13, 2002
- Ex-Professor Sentenced to 20 Years
The Hartford Courant, February 16, 2002
- Ex-Professor at Yale Wins Resentencing in Pornography
The New York Times, May 13, 2003
Youth Board Set to Hear Sex Charges Against Two The Birmingham News, June 16, 2001
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ABUSE by COACHES, YOUTH GROUP LEADERS, CAMP PERSONNEL
Camp Counselor Busted on Child Porn Charges APBNews.com, August 20, 1999
Case Study: Fresh Air Fund Excerpt from The Battle and the Backlash by David Hechler
Child Molester Gets 40 to 50 Years The Associated Press, August 17, 2001
Child Sex Case Opens with Boys' Testimony Las Vegas Review Journal, March 22, 2001
Crackdown to Protect Young Stars The Observer, July 22, 2001
Ex-Big Brother Mentor Gets 20 Years for Molesting Boys Boston Herald, January 30, 2003
Former YMCA Camp Counselor Bailbound for Two Newly Filed Sex Abuse Charges The Associated Press, June 17, 2004
Little League Mandates Checks for Sex Offenses The Washington Post, October 9, 2002
Mesa Scoutmaster, Church Leader Charged With Molesting 2 Boys The Arizona Republic, August 28, 2002
New Rap vs. Kid Molester New York Daily News, March 22, 2002
Paedophile Swimming Coach Gets Eight Years The Times, June 30, 2001
Respected Troop Leader Admits Molesting Eagle Scout CourtTV, May 8, 2002
Retired Red Sox Clubhouse Manager Pleads Guilty to Sex Abuse of Batboys The Associated Press, May 16, 2002
Scout Leader Hit With Sex Charges Daily News, July 20, 2001
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