New Orleans Archdiocese Adds 27 Priests to List of Clergy Accused of Abuse
Twenty-seven priests have been added to the New Orleans Archdiocese's list of clergy accused of abuse.
New Orleans, LA, November 6, 2026 — The New Orleans Archdiocese has reported that twenty-seven additional priests have been placed on its list of clergy accused of abuse. This expansion of the list signifies a further accounting of individuals within the archdiocese’s historical records concerning allegations of misconduct.
The specific details regarding the nature of the accusations for each of the newly added priests were not provided. Furthermore, the timeline for when these allegations were made or when the priests were added to the list was not specified in the information available.
The New Orleans Archdiocese maintains such lists as part of its ongoing efforts to address past allegations and ensure transparency regarding clergy accused of abuse. The process of compiling and updating these lists often involves reviewing historical records, responding to new allegations, and adhering to diocesan policies and guidelines aimed at protecting children and vulnerable individuals.
Information regarding the number of clergy previously on the list, the specific time period covered by the allegations, or any actions taken by the archdiocese following these additions was not made public. The names of the priests added, and the specific details of any investigations or findings related to their alleged actions, were also not disclosed.
The practice of publishing or maintaining lists of accused clergy has become more common across various dioceses in recent years as institutions grapple with the fallout from historical abuse scandals and implement new policies for accountability and victim support. These lists serve as a component of broader safeguarding efforts, though their scope and the information they contain can vary significantly from one diocese to another.
Further details about the composition of the list, the investigative process undertaken by the archdiocese for these twenty-seven individuals, or any potential impact on current ministry roles were not immediately available. The Archdiocese of New Orleans has not released further information beyond the number of priests added to its records of accused clergy.
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