William Lynch Allegedly Beat Priest He Claims Raped, Molested Him In 1975 ~ Huffpo

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... Lynch, 44, is accused of beating the Lindner in May 2010 at a Los Gatos retirement home for priests near San Jose. He has pleaded not guilty, and his trial began with opening statements Wednesday. Lynch claims Lindner raped him in 1975 when he was 7 years old.

Prosecutors concede Lindner is lying when he denies he molested Lynch and Lynch's 4-year-old brother during a church camping trip, but prosecutors also argue that's no defense against assault charges. The Catholic Church earlier settled a civil lawsuit the brothers filed.

Outside court, Lynch's attorney called for prosecutors to charge Lindner with perjury. Santa Clara deputy district attorney Vicki Gemetti didn't respond to email and phone inquiries.

Earlier she told the jury she expected Lindner to falsely deny sexually abusing Lynch.

More at HUFFPO

Heartbreaking vdeo interview of Mr. Lynch, recalling his horrific story of abuse, here: http://bcove.me/ujmfcd5d

Hopefully, Lindner will be charged with perjury at the very least.

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2. Update : Lynch found not guilty.

http://www.democraticunderground.com/1014159903