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St. Cloud Priest Charged With Sexually Exploiting Woman During Spiritual Guidance
Aaron John Kuhn faces third-degree criminal sexual conduct charges for abusing his role as spiritual adviser to a woman over several years, according to the Stearns County Attorney.
- On October 6, Stearns County prosecutors formally accused Aaron John Kuhn, a 47-year-old priest from Wadena, of third-degree criminal sexual conduct.
- Police launched their investigation after a woman accused Kuhn of engaging in sexual activity with her and claimed he exploited his role as her spiritual advisor during a period spanning late 2019 to October 2022.
- According to incident reports, the alleged abuse occurred multiple times and in various counties while Kuhn held a priestly role within the St. Cloud Diocese.
- Witnesses confirmed Kuhn acknowledged sexual contact, and the diocese reported it placed him on administrative leave following the allegation.
- The diocese expressed cooperation with authorities, encouraged victims to come forward, and said Kuhn would undergo a professional evaluation.
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A Catholic priest who previously served parishes in several communities near Wadena and Staples has been charged with criminal sexual conduct for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman over the course of three years. Aaron Kuhn was charged Tuesday in Stearns County District Court with third-degree criminal sexual conduct. According to…
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