Bishop: Priest has 'presumption of innocence' in Cavan sex abuse investigation

A Catholic priest, who has stepped aside while an allegation of sexual abuse is investigated in Co Cavan, must have "the right to the presumption of innocence", according to Bishop Leo O’Reilly.

Bishop O’Reilly, of the border diocese of Kilmore, said gardaí are aware of the complaint against the parish priest, which is said to date back a number of years.