Pennsylvania Catholic Priest Accused of Embezzling $740,000+ From Churches and His Elderly Mother: Report

Authorities in Pennsylvania have filed charges against a former priest for allegedly misappropriating hundreds of thousands of dollars from churches and an elderly relative in the state’s western region.

The 69-year-old cleric named Gregory Allen Madeya, who previously served at several Catholic parishes in Western Pennsylvania, now faces numerous felony counts of theft and financial exploitation after investigators uncovered a pattern of misconduct stretching back to 2018, reports Mon Valley Independent.

Prosecutors say the scheme involved diverting proceeds from church fundraisers, rental income from affiliated groups, and proceeds from the sale of religious artifacts.

Investigators further allege Madeya abused his authority over his mother’s finances, draining investment accounts and leaving her in difficult circumstances, including eviction from care facilities.

The total alleged losses exceed $740,000 when combined with resulting tax liabilities that went unpaid, according to the report.

… Continue reading the full article at the original source below.