The Diocese of Camden announced a proposed $180 million settlement on Tuesday to resolve claims by hundreds of childhood victims who suffered sexual abuse over the years at the hands of the clergy.
Church officials said the plan, which was filed in its ongoing bankruptcy case, will establish a trust funded by the diocese, its parishes and the various insurers that insured the diocese in the past.
“For the survivors of South Jersey, this day is long overdue and represents a milestone in their journey toward restored justice and the healing and recognition they have long sought and deserve,” said Bishop Joseph Williams in a letter to the diocese…