Bishop releases list of 71 Catholic priests and church personnel accused of sex abuse in Pennsylvania

(ABC) A bishop in Pennsylvania has released the names of 71 priests and church personnel who have been credibly accused of sexual abuse dating back to the 1940s.

Bishop Ronald William Gainer said during a press conference Wednesday morning that the list details “some very sad moments in our history.” Gainer said the list, which was released to reporters, will also be published online by the diocese.