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Former Priest at Saint Francis of Assisi in West Nyack Accused of Sex Abuse

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WEST NYACK, NY – Monsignor (or Father Edward Weber), who served at Saint Francis of Assisi in West Nyack, is facing charges for allegedly raping a boy at least 150 times while at a parish in Staten Island in the 1970s and 1980s.

NEWS 12 Reporting –

Weber has served as pastor of the St. Francis of Assisi parish in West Nyack since 1994 and as regional vicar of Rockland County since 2002.

The lawsuit filed with the Supreme Court of the State of New York alleges that, from 1978 to 1983, Weber, currently Director of Priest Personnel, molested and violently raped Haughwout when he was 11–16 years old and in foster care at least 150 times at various locations, including the altar and rectory of St. Sylvester.

The lawsuit states that Weber, who abused “many other young patrons of St. Sylvester Church,” would pin Haughwout down so that the boy could not move while Weber violently raped him as the alleged victim “would cry and beg Weber to stop to no avail.”

According to Lohud, he recently served as a weekend associate at St. Gregory Barbarigo Church in Garnerville

CBS 2 NY Reporting

Read the full lawsuit – HERE.

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Haverstraw Police Continue Search for Fugitive Wanted in 2012 Murder of Tammy Palmer

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The Town of Haverstraw Police Department continues its efforts to locate Eugene Palmer, who remains wanted in connection with the 2012 murder of Tammy Palmer.

According to investigators, Eugene Palmer is accused of ambushing Tammy Palmer, the mother of his grandchildren, as she walked up her driveway and fatally shooting her. Following the incident, Palmer fled and has remained a fugitive for more than a decade.

The Town of Haverstraw Police Department, working in partnership with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the United States Marshals Service, has continued to actively investigate the case and pursue leads regarding Palmer’s whereabouts.

Law enforcement officials emphasize that they have not forgotten this case and remain committed to bringing Palmer to justice. Investigators are also seeking information regarding anyone who may have assisted him in avoiding capture.

Anyone with information regarding the location of Eugene Palmer or individuals who may be helping him evade law enforcement is urged to contact the Haverstraw Police Department Detective Bureau at 845-942-3730 or their local FBI office.

Authorities encourage anyone with information, no matter how minor it may seem, to come forward.

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Monsey Man Arrested After Alleged Assault and Disturbance at Ramapo 7-Eleven

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A 31-year-old Monsey man was arrested after an incident at a 7-Eleven on College Road escalated from a disorderly conduct complaint into an alleged attempted assault on a police officer, according to the Ramapo Police Department.

Police said officers responded to the convenience store at approximately 8:45 p.m. following reports of an intoxicated and disorderly man inside the business. Upon arrival, officers recognized the suspect from previous incidents at the location and noted that he had previously been issued a trespass warning for the store.

During their investigation, officers learned the suspect had allegedly slapped a 15-year-old male while inside the store.

Authorities said the situation quickly intensified while officers were handling the incident. According to police, the suspect suddenly swung at the back of an officer’s head during the investigation. A backup officer intervened before the punch connected, helping officers bring the suspect under control without injuries.

The suspect was taken into custody and charged with attempted assault in the third degree, endangering the welfare of a child, obstructing governmental administration, resisting arrest, disorderly conduct, and trespass.

Police said the suspect was processed and later released to a responsible party.

No injuries were reported among officers, civilians, or the suspect.

In a statement following the incident, the Ramapo Police Department said the case serves as a reminder that even seemingly routine calls can escalate rapidly and unpredictably.

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