The Roman Catholic Diocese of Calgary has removed a pastor from a local parish after receiving allegations of sexual misconduct.
The Diocese of Calgary says two minors and several adults came forward with complaints against Father Malcolm D'Souza and that the incidents are alleged to have happened at St. Mark's Parish where D'Souza served from 2010 through 2016.
In October, the diocese vowed to do a better job to help survivors of sexual assault who want to come forward.
The Diocese of Calgary says it has contacted law enforcement and that it made an announcement about the allegations at masses on the weekend.
Police released a statement on Monday regarding the allegations saying...
The Calgary Police Service Sex Crimes Unit is unaware of any pending allegations, though CPS can confirm the Sex Crimes Unit is working with the diocese. CPS always encourages victims of sexual assault to come forward by calling the non-emergency line at 403-266-1234.
D'Souza also served at several other churches starting in 2002 and he has been placed on administrative leave.
