Breaking: Fidesz-honoured priest from Kecskemét suspended amid new paedophilia scandal

It appears a new and serious paedophilia scandal is unravelling in Hungary. Father Róbert, a priest from Kecskemét, has been accused of sexually abusing minors over many years. The priest, who had connections with the ruling Fidesz party, was highly regarded within the Catholic Church.

New scandal unfolds

As Szeretlek Magyarország writes, Father Róbert, a parish priest from Kecskemét previously honoured by the Fidesz party, has been suspended following serious allegations of child sexual abuse, according to a report by Népszava. Multiple sources allege that Róbert H. abused minors, including a nine-year-old child, several years ago. Both the Kalocsa-Kecskemét Archdiocese and the Bács-Kiskun County Prosecutor’s Office have launched investigations into the case.

Priest from Kecskemét faces serious accusations

Róbert H., a Catholic priest from Kecskemét, stands accused of sexually abusing minors over a period of many years. It is alleged that some of these abuses took place during events organised by the Nyolc Boldogság Community in Homokkomárom, where youth camps and retreats are held. He reportedly met one of his victims through a church community where clergy and lay believers lived together. Upon learning of the allegations, the Archdiocese of Kalocsa-Kecskemét immediately suspended Róbert H. and initiated a thorough investigation.

Connections to Fidesz

Father Róbert’s links to the ruling Fidesz party have also attracted scrutiny. He was frequently seen in the company of Fidesz politicians and was awarded the Youth for the Community Award by the Fidesz-led Kecskemét municipality in 2017, though he later returned the award. His church was used for Fidesz campaign events, including speeches supporting party candidates

In addition to his political connections, Father Róbert was held in high esteem within the Catholic Church. He was named a titular abbot in July and played a significant role in Pope Francis’ visit to Hungary in 2023. His parish association also received over HUF 100 million (EUR 251,794) in government funding in 2023, some of which was earmarked for sex education programmes.

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