Former Marist Brother Convicted of Historic Abuse
Update: 2025-12-12
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Former Marist Brother Cyril Alfred Hughes, known as Brother Thomas, was found guilty of abusing a student in the 1980s. Despite being deemed unfit to stand trial earlier this year, he was convicted in a special hearing of two counts related to homosexual intercourse. Hughes, wearing his religious robes, groomed the victim over years before forcing oral sex. He was sentenced to a five-year limiting term and will be registered as a sex offender until 2040. This case highlights the lasting impact of abuse and the importance of victims coming forward.
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