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Brescia Priest Arrested for Possession of Child Pornography in Expanding Clerical Abuse Scandal

Don Jordan Coraglia, 51, has been placed under house arrest as law enforcement uncovers incriminating material, prompting suspension by the Diocese of Brescia.

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Overview

  • Don Jordan Coraglia, parish priest of Castelcovati, was arrested and placed under house arrest following the discovery of child pornography on his electronic devices.
  • The investigation, led by the Rome Prosecutor's Office and Polizia Postale, targeted online child pornography networks, including activity on Telegram channels.
  • The Diocese of Brescia has suspended Coraglia from all duties and pledged full cooperation with civil and ecclesiastical authorities, emphasizing that no minors from his parish were involved.
  • This case follows the earlier house arrest of another Brescia priest, Don Ciro Panigara, for sexual violence against minors, intensifying scrutiny on the diocese.
  • Coraglia, who also served as president of the Italian National Team of Priests Football, faces charges under both civil and canonical law, with investigations ongoing.