Baltimore Archdiocese Suspends Deacon Following Arrest for Soliciting a Minor
The Baltimore Archdiocese has suspended a deacon from his ministry following his arrest for the solicitation of a minor. The incident was reported by the National Catholic Register.
Baltimore, MD, August 7, 2026 —
BALTIMORE – A deacon serving within the Baltimore Archdiocese has been suspended from his ministry following his arrest in connection with the solicitation of a minor. The suspension was confirmed in the wake of the arrest, details of which were reported by the National Catholic Register.
The Baltimore Archdiocese has not released further details regarding the specific circumstances of the arrest or the identity of the deacon beyond his role. A spokesperson for the Archdiocese stated that all allegations of misconduct are taken seriously and that the individual’s ministry has been suspended pending the outcome of the legal process.
The National Catholic Register was the first to report on the incident. The publication has not provided additional information beyond confirming the arrest and the deacon’s suspended status from ministry duties.
Further information, including the specific charges filed against the deacon and any potential legal proceedings, has not been publicly disclosed. The Archdiocese has indicated it will cooperate fully with law enforcement and any subsequent investigations.
The Archdiocese is expected to provide updates as more information becomes available and as legal proceedings progress. The suspension remains in effect until further notice.
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