Diocese: Archdiocese of Newark
Notes:
Removed 2002. Accused, along with two other priests, of abuse of teenage girl. No criminal charges filed, due to statute of limitations. Church found allegations credible. Allegations against Rice included in 10/04 settlement with Archdiocese. Living without restrictions at St. John Vianney Residence for Retired Priests in Rutherford, NJ for several years as of 11/13. On archdiocese’s list 2/13/19. Multiple alleged victims noted. Deceased.
Sources:
Star-Ledger 06.25.02; The Record 06.26.02; Star-Ledger 06.27.02; Star-Ledger 07.19.02; USA Today 11.11.02; Star-Ledger 08.14.03; Star-Ledger 06.14.04; The Record 10.09.04; Star-Ledger 11.03.13; Star Ledger Obituary 01.06.14; Archdiocese of Newark List 02.13.19; Archdiocese of Newark Tobin Letter 02.13.19; http://bishop-accountability.org/