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California man awarded $16 million in Diocese of Oakland clergy abuse suit

California man awarded $16 million in Diocese of Oakland clergy abuse suit

Thursday, April 23, 2026

The suit concerned allegations against former priest Stephen Kiesle, who has faced dozens of lawsuits regarding alleged child abuse.

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