Philippine Daily Inquirer

PH PRIEST WANTED IN TEXAS

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An arrest warrant has been issued for a former Texas priest accused of molesting teenagers more than a decade ago, after a new alleged victim came forward.

Edmundo Paredes is believed to have fled Texas after sexual assault allegation­s involving three teenagers were made public in August.

The Dallas Morning News reports that Dallas Catholic Diocese officials have said they believe Paredes may have returned to his native, the Philippine­s.

Fourth victim

The newspaper reported that an arrest warrant was issued last week after a fourth potential victim came forward. Police said the warrant was for the offense of sexual assault of a child.

 ?? —AP ?? Fr. Edmundo Paredes
—AP Fr. Edmundo Paredes

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