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Coahuila Diocese and Prosecutors Confirm 2007 Abuse Complaint Against Priest Now in Laredo

Prosecutors describe a reserved investigation that continues to gather evidence.

Overview

  • The Diocese of Piedras Negras and Coahuila’s Attorney General confirmed a complaint against priest Luis Efraín “N” for alleged abuse dating to 2007.
  • The complainant filed in May 2025, triggering diocesan protocols, notification of civil authorities, and pastoral accompaniment.
  • The alleged abuse occurred when the victim was a minor and catechist at San Antonio de Padua parish in Piedras Negras.
  • The priest resides under the Diocese of Laredo, where Bishop Jaime Tamayo imposed precautionary measures; he is retired from public ministry.
  • State officials say one case file is open and further reports, if filed, will be added, as attorneys report other potential victims hesitant to come forward.