Leo XIV accepts the resignation of Bishop Rosa, targeted by an investigation for abuse
Leo XIV Accepts Resignation of Peruvian Bishop – Accused of Homosexual Abuse
Today, Leo XIV accepted the resignation of Italian born Bishop Antonio Santarsiero Rosa, 75, of Huacho, Peru. No successor was appointed.
The resignation follows allegations of homosexual misconduct. In April 2026, InfoVaticana.com had reported that complaints had been submitted to the Apostolic Nunciature in Lima and to the Vatican, accusing Santarsiero of homosexually abusing a former minor seminarian and a priest who had served as his secretary.
As usual, Santarsiero has categorically denied all allegations.
The seminarian claimed Santarsiero subjected him to unwanted sexual contact and used promises of scholarships, employment, and opportunities within the diocese to exercise influence over him.
The former secretary to Santarsiero alleges that the bishop subjected him to unwanted physical contact and psychological manipulation. According to the dossier, the priest also claims Santarsiero attempted to discredit him by spreading claims about his sexual orientation after he rejected …More
Leo XIV accepts the resignation of Bishop Rosa, targeted by an investigation for abuse
Prevost accepts the resignation on grounds of age of Peruvian Bishop Antonio Santarsiero Rosa—the "Italian McCarrick"—
Prevost esconde criminales sexuales en la secretaria de estado y los defiende, dejando a las víctimas sin ayuda. Así hizo con Lute, lo laizó para salvarlo de la cárcel. Y el abogado de Lute es un gran amigo de Prevost. Qué casualidad!
Antonio Santarsiero Rosa— the "Italian McCarrick"—has just turned 75, which is why he is listed as retired. Has Tucho already initiated the process of his laicization?
Bishop routinely retire at 75, and they do so via resignation.