Scandal Rocks California Diocese as Bishop Accused of $270K Embezzlement
Chaldean Catholic Bishop Emanuel Shaleta resigns amid charges of stealing over a quarter-million dollars from his parish. The shocking case has rocked the local community.
In a stunning turn of events, the bishop of a small Chaldean Catholic community in the San Diego area has resigned amid charges that he embezzled a staggering $270,000 from his own parish. Bishop Emanuel Shaleta pleaded not guilty to 17 felony charges, including money laundering, during a hearing attended by many of his supporters.
The announcement of Shaleta's resignation was made by Pope Leo XIV, who expressed his deep disappointment and concern over the allegations against the bishop. The Chaldean Catholic Church, which is in full communion with the Roman Catholic Church, has been rocked by the scandal.
{{IMAGE_PLACEHOLDER}}Source: The Guardian
