The diocese has alerted local law enforcement and is urging parishioners to verify the identity of any clergy member before making a donation.
The diocese has identified at least two men, known as 'Father George' and 'Father John', who are falsely claiming to be priests.
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Stockton has issued a warning about individuals posing as priests and soliciting donations.
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Stockton, California, has issued a warning about individuals posing as priests and preying on parishioners. The diocese has identified at least two men who are falsely claiming to be priests and are soliciting donations from the public. The imposters have been visiting homes, businesses, and even hospitals, offering to perform religious services in exchange for money. The diocese has alerted local law enforcement about the issue and is urging parishioners to verify the identity of any clergy member before making a donation. The diocese has also provided guidelines on how to identify legitimate clergy members, including checking for identification cards issued by the diocese. The Stockton Police Department has confirmed that they are investigating the matter. The diocese has not provided any information on whether any parishioners have fallen victim to the scam.
The diocese has identified the two imposters as 'Father George' and 'Father John', but their real names and identities remain unknown. The imposters have been seen in various parts of the city, including Modesto. The diocese has urged anyone who encounters these individuals to contact the police immediately. The diocese has also asked parishioners to report any suspicious activity to the diocese's office. The diocese has not provided any information on how long the imposters have been operating or how much money they may have collected from unsuspecting parishioners.
The diocese said it has received reports of men posing as priests and asking for money in at least three parishes in the Stockton area.
The impostors have been asking for money for various causes, including for the poor and for a supposed church construction project.
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The Diocese of Stockton said it has received reports of men posing as priests and asking for money in at least three parishes in the Stockton area.
The impostors have been asking for money for various causes, including for the poor and for a supposed church construction project.
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The Diocese of Stockton said it has received reports of men posing as priests and asking for money in at least three parishes in the Stockton area.
The impostors have been asking for money for various causes, including for the poor and for a supposed church construction project.
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