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Sexual misconduct allegations substantiated against Buffalo diocesan priest

Allegations against a priest with the Buffalo Diocese have been substantiated following an investigation into claims of sexual misconduct.
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BUFFALO, N.Y. — Allegations against a priest from the Diocese of Buffalo have been substantiated following an investigation.

Rev. Joseph Rogliano was accused of engaging in acts of sexual misconduct with adults and has been restricted from public ministry.

Rev. Rogliano was placed on administrative leave on Sept. 11, 2023, according to the Diocese of Buffalo.

Before being placed on leave, he was the pastor of Family 21 composed of Blessed Trinity, SS. Columba-Brigid, St. Lawrence, and St. Martin de Porres parishes in Buffalo.

In February of this year, Rev. Rogliano resigned as pastor of Family 21 and retired.

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