More Victims Possible In Sex-Related Case Of Former Priest

A retired priest and chaplain is facing charges for sex-related crimes dating back to 2009 – after investigators say two victims recently came forward. Now, our news partners at WPXI say there could be more victims. Authorities say 84-year-old Robert Byrnes is currently facing multiple charges, including aggravated indecent assault without consent and obstruction and official oppression. The Westmoreland County District Attorney’s Office says Byrnes was a chaplain for the Pennsylvania State Police and other law enforcement agencies through 2018, and was issued a badge and a state police uniform. He lived at Christ Our Shepard Center in Greensburg in an apartment above the kitchen and the DA’s office says both male victims reportedly worked in the kitchen there. Following his arraignment, Byrnes on $250,000 unsecured bail. He’s expected to appear in court again in June.