BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — The Diocese of Palm Beach has placed the Rev. Alex J. Vargas, parish priest of St. Thomas More Parish in Boynton Beach, on administrative leave after what it described Thursday as “serious charges” involving the priest.
In a statement posted Thursday afternoon, the diocese said a formal investigation has been launched and that Vargas’ ministerial powers have been withdrawn effective immediately.
“To ensure the safety of all persons involved and to preserve the integrity of the investigative process, Father Vargas has been placed on administrative leave,” the diocese said…