Paul Dunleavy Sentenced to 10 More Years for Historical Child Abuse

The 89-year-old former Christian Brother is now convicted of 72 offenses spanning decades, with victims as young as five.

Paul Dunleavy, a former Christian Brother and school principal, was sentenced to an additional 10 years in prison for child sexual abuse committed between 1964 and 1991.
Dunleavy has now been convicted of 72 offenses against 18 victims across three trials, with his latest sentence set to begin in May 2026 after his current term ends.
Victims, some as young as five, described lifelong psychological damage, including struggles with addiction, mental health, and feelings of guilt for not coming forward sooner.
Authorities believe there may be more victims yet to come forward, with some contacting police following recent media coverage of the case.
The Christian Brothers organization has declined to comment on the case, despite calls for accountability and apologies from victims.