Diocese of Belleville Abuse Claims
The Diocese of Belleville serves Catholics in the Metro East region and throughout southern Illinois. Despite having the smallest Catholic population of the six dioceses, the AG report identified 43 abusive clergy members. The diocese includes communities along the Mississippi River and extends to the southern tip of the state.
Key Findings: Diocese of Belleville
- 43 clergy members identified as abusers
- Over 120 documented victims across 28 counties
- Covers the Metro East St. Louis area and all of southern Illinois
- Higher ratio of abusers to Catholic population than other dioceses
- Several cases involved abuse at Catholic schools
- Some abusers served for decades before being removed
Counties Covered
The Diocese of Belleville serves Catholic communities in the following counties:
Major Parishes
- St. Peter's Cathedral (Belleville)
- St. Elizabeth (Granite City)
- St. Mary's (Mt. Vernon)
- Immaculate Conception (Centralia)
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Were You Abused in the Diocese of Belleville?
If you or a loved one was sexually abused by a member of the Catholic clergy in St. Clair, Madison, Clinton, or any other county in this diocese, we are here to help. All consultations are free and confidential.