VOICED : Iglesia catolica de Panama aparta a tres sacerdotes por escandalo sexual

The Catholic Church in Panama suspended three priests after a media outlet exposed their sexual misconduct with men, including a minor. The Archdiocese expressed deep shame over the actions of priests Rogelio Topin, Orlando Rivera, and Carl Madrid. A hidden camera video by a Venezuelan youth showed Topin engaging in sexual acts in a car. The youth, who worked at a church, was offered money for sexual favors. Additional WhatsApp conversations revealed more potential misconduct involving other priests and a Nicaraguan minor. Earlier this year, a popular priest was charged with covering up a crime at a hotel where he frequently rented rooms for alleged orgies.

What action did the Catholic Church in Panama take against the priests involved in the scandal?

• They were given a warning.

• They were sent to another country.

• They were suspended from their duties.

• They were promoted to higher positions.

What did the Archdiocese of Panama express in their statement regarding the scandal?

• Joy and celebration

• Indifference

• Approval and support

• Deep hurt and embarrassment

How was the video evidence of the priest's misconduct obtained?

• Via a hidden camera

• Through a public confession

• By a journalist's interview

• From a police investigation

What was the young man's role at the church where he was approached by a priest?

• He was a church secretary.

• He was a priest.

• He was a manual laborer.

• He was a choir singer.

What additional evidence was revealed about the priests' misconduct?

• A public confession

• A newspaper article

• Audio and WhatsApp conversations

• A police report