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Former Kansas priest accused of stealing nearly $160,000 from parish funds

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100% centerFirst reported by N12 · 4 days ago
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What happened

Former Kansas priest Richard Storey is accused of misusing a parish credit card to siphon nearly $160,000 from Curé of Ars in Leawood. The alleged spending covered cruises, travel, shopping, medical costs and cash advances, and he has pleaded not guilty.

  • 01Storey is accused of taking more than $159,000 from a Kansas parish.
  • 02He allegedly spent over $77,000 on cruises, including casino cash withdrawals.
  • 03The case came to light after his 2025 resignation and an internal church review.
  • 04He was charged, released on $25,000 bail, and pleaded not guilty.
  • 05Church leaders called the case painful and said he is presumed innocent.

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N12Center · Hebrew4 days ago
Former Kansas priest accused of stealing nearly $160,000 from parish funds
MakoCenter · Hebrew4 days ago
Former Kansas priest accused of stealing nearly $160,000 for cruises and personal spending

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