The Vatican’s Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith exonerated retired Bishop Joseph H. Hart of Cheyenne of seven accusations of sexual abuse of minors and determined that five other accusations “could not be proven with moral certitude,” the Diocese of Cheyenne said.
Vatican exonerates retired Wyoming bishop of sexual abuse, but issues rebuke
Biegler: Victims credible even if retired prelate won’t face criminal charges
Bishop Biegler of the Diocese of Cheyenne announced the retired prelate will face a Vatican trial for allegations that he sexually abused several minors years ago.