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Highlands El Encinar ex-chaplain faces eighth sexual assault accusation

The latest claim emerged after an abuse-prevention workshop prompted a student to come forward

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Overview

  • Marcelino de Andrés has been accused by eight female students since his March 6 arrest at the Madrid school
  • The new report surfaced during a voluntary workshop designed to help pupils identify and report sexual violence
  • Director Marilú Álvarez notified police of the fresh allegation and pledged ongoing support for the victim’s family
  • Members of the UFAM unit have taken statements from families and are examining the school’s security-camera recordings
  • De Andrés was a close aide to Legionaries of Christ founder Marcial Maciel, who was expelled from the priesthood over abuse allegations