Foul Play: Crime Series — Series 2
S2 Ep22: Sister Cathy, 1975 Maskell Abuse Reported
February 20, 201928mEpisode 22
Show Notes
In this episode, we continue to unravel the sinister web of secrecy surrounding Father Joseph Maskell. Following the previous episode's interview with Sean Caine of the Archdiocese of Baltimore, we now turn our focus to the heart of the controversy: the timeline of abuse allegations against Maskell.
Contrary to the Archdiocese's official records that cite the 1990s as the period when accusations first surfaced, new evidence suggests a history of reports that were seemingly dismissed or lost. This episode presents the testimony of another individual, whose account challenges the official narrative. They claim their report of Maskell's abuse led to his removal from Archbishop Keough High School, which stands in stark contrast to Caine's assertion that no such documentation exists.
Our exploration will dissect the circumstances of Maskell's transfer and what it tells us about the response to abuse allegations at the time. We piece together the movements of Father Maskell against the backdrop of the '70s, a time when such grievances were often silenced or ignored.
Through interviews, archival research, and a critical examination of the facts, we aim to shed light on the obscured truths of those tumultuous times. As we delve into the depth of the allegations and the church's handling of such cases, we invite listeners to consider the possible discrepancies in the official accounts and the reality faced by victims who sought justice.
The shadows of the past loom large in the story of Sister Cathy and the abuse perpetrated by Maskell. Join us as we confront the echoes of history with new insights and the determination to bring the full story into the light.
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Contrary to the Archdiocese's official records that cite the 1990s as the period when accusations first surfaced, new evidence suggests a history of reports that were seemingly dismissed or lost. This episode presents the testimony of another individual, whose account challenges the official narrative. They claim their report of Maskell's abuse led to his removal from Archbishop Keough High School, which stands in stark contrast to Caine's assertion that no such documentation exists.
Our exploration will dissect the circumstances of Maskell's transfer and what it tells us about the response to abuse allegations at the time. We piece together the movements of Father Maskell against the backdrop of the '70s, a time when such grievances were often silenced or ignored.
Through interviews, archival research, and a critical examination of the facts, we aim to shed light on the obscured truths of those tumultuous times. As we delve into the depth of the allegations and the church's handling of such cases, we invite listeners to consider the possible discrepancies in the official accounts and the reality faced by victims who sought justice.
The shadows of the past loom large in the story of Sister Cathy and the abuse perpetrated by Maskell. Join us as we confront the echoes of history with new insights and the determination to bring the full story into the light.
Our Sponsors:
* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/foul-play-crime-series/donations
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