Fr Seán Fortune

Fr Seán Fortune

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Fr Seán Fortune was a Catholic priest notorious for his involvement in widespread child sexual abuse during the 1980s and 1990s in the Diocese of Ferns, Ireland. He was accused of raping and molesting 29 boys and died by suicide in 1999 just before facing criminal charges.

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Fr Seán Fortune was a notorious priest accused of the rape and molestation of 29 boys.

Bishop admitted his best efforts to deal with abuse allegations were ‘not good enough’ – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-04-28
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