Child abuser who preyed on orphans housed at Christian Brothers property
Summary
The Christian Brothers, a Catholic religious order, housed convicted child sex offenders on their properties and kept them as members for years despite knowing about abuse allegations. Two brothers, Rex Elmer and Peter Toomey, abused children, including orphans and school students, while the order prioritized its reputation over child safety. Court documents also reveal the order’s ongoing financial support to these offenders.Key Facts
- Christian Brothers housed convicted child sex offenders on their properties.
- Brother Peter Toomey was convicted of abusing students and kept teaching for almost 30 years despite early abuse reports.
- Brother Rex Elmer abused orphans at a Christian Brothers home and was jailed multiple times.
- Christian Brothers kept nine convicted child abusers as members, citing a religious duty to care for them.
- The order’s constitution requires it to financially support current brothers, including payment for housing, health care, and other living expenses.
- The royal commission found the order prioritized its reputation over child safety.
- Toomey was involved in organizing school activities and programs while offending.
- Survivors and the public reacted strongly against the order's claim it might go broke and unable to pay abuse claims.
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