Six decades later, local victim of notorious predatory priest gets some justice — and peace
SooToday - September 10, 2024
The earliest known victim of Father Robert Whyte, who taught at St. Mary's College in the 1950s, has settled a lawsuit against the Catholic order that operated the school. Now in his late-70s, the man hopes to help others by sharing his story of abuse and healing.
About 10 years ago — decades after the abuse — Phil found out about the criminal trial and Whyte's 2014 death through an internet search. Two years ago, he began pursuing a civil case against the Basilian Fathers of Toronto.
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