Tim Gioe, a survivor of clergy sexual abuse, appeals to Louisiana officials to deny parole for Pat Wattigny, the priest who abused him. Wattigny, sentenced to five years after pleading guilty to sexual crimes, is up for parole just two years into his sentence. Gioe stresses the importance of serving the entire sentence to acknowledge the lifelong impact of the abuse. Wattigny is among three priests of the New Orleans archdiocese involved in serious abuse allegations, with the church facing extensive legal and financial challenges stemming from numerous abuse claims.
Wattigny confessed to groping, fondling and kissing children as well as lusting over the students around him, according to documents that were provided to authorities.
Tim Gioe, a survivor, urged officials to not grant parole, emphasizing that Wattigny should serve his full five-year sentence due to the ongoing trauma.
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