Additionally, the attorney general said predators are targeting children because they are vulnerable. Children struggle with share and confusion.
Furthermore, AG Shapiro emphasized, “But once a victim finds the courage to come forward, law enforcement must take action. Poulson faces serious felony charges for the sexual abuse of a child. We will hold him accountable,” said AG Shapiro.
“These victims are remarkably brave young men – who have struggled with the trauma of Poulson’s abuse for years. It is no surprise the victims kept this secret for so long. They were attacked by the very person they were taught to respect and admire,” he said.
Moreover, AG Shapiro said investigators discovered evidence of other sexual assaults. However, the statute of limitations prohibited the AG’s office to file those charges. He said, “It is long past time to reform these arbitrary time frames and seek justice for our children. He added that all victims deserve justice.
AG Shapiro is encouraging anyone with information about sexual abuse by Poulson or any priest to contact the Office of Attorney General’s Clergy Abuse Hotline at 1-888-538-8541.
