Santiago, Chile • The Vatican’s sex crimes investigator interviewed several victims of sexually abusive members of the Marist Brothers religious order Tuesday, suggesting that his mandate has expanded beyond investigating alleged abuse cover-up by a Chilean bishop.
He and his colleague from the Vatican, the Rev. Jordi Bertomeu, have taken advantage of the extra time to add more interviews, including with victims of the Marist Brothers.
“We have come away with a positive impression. ... We have been listened to,” said Isaac Givovich, who was abused at age 6, on leaving the meeting with Scicluna in the Chilean capital.