French Priest Abbé Pierre Accused of Sexual Assault by Multiple Women
Allegations against the late cleric, a renowned advocate for the homeless, span from the 1970s to 2005.
- Seven women have come forward with accusations of sexual assault or harassment by Abbé Pierre.
- One of the alleged victims was a minor at the time of the abuse.
- The Emmaus Community, founded by Abbé Pierre, commissioned an independent report on the allegations.
- The foundation has established a confidential system for additional victims to report their experiences.
- Abbé Pierre, who died in 2007, was a celebrated figure in France for his charitable work.