Judge approves $246M settlement for Rochester clergy abuse survivors

Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — A bankruptcy judge has approved a $246 million settlement plan between survivors of sexual abuse and the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester, marking the end of a nearly six-year legal battle.

Carol DuPré, a 78-year-old survivor, expressed relief as the settlement was finalized.

BACKGROUND: Rochester Catholic diocese abuse survivors accept $246 million settlement | More than 500 sex abuse claims filed against Diocese of Rochester

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