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Case summary
Add info | Back to top08/02/76 Utah
LDS Leroy Harvey Richins molested a child ” In discussing the situation with Bishop
(redacted) in the LDS Church, he does have the information and statements regarding
(redacted) involvement with other people, besides those who have made statements which
you have. However, he feels that because of the confidential nature of his position as
Bishop of the Ward which (redacted) resides, he cannot release copies of this information.”
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LDS/Mormon church membership history
Add info | Back to topLDS mission information
FLOODLIT is not aware whether the accused served a full-time LDS mission.
LDS temple marriage information
FLOODLIT is not aware whether the accused was married in a Mormon temple.
Alleged victim(s)
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LDS church response(s)
Add info | Back to top- Alleged failure to report by local LDS leaders? unknown
- Alleged misconduct by local LDS leaders? unknown
- Alleged misconduct by global LDS leaders? unknown
FLOODLIT is not aware whether the Mormon church paid any settlement amounts related to this case.