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Diocese of Palm Beach places Boynton Beach priest on leave amid "serious allegations"

The diocese said Vargas was removed from ministry immediately and reported the matter to civil authorities as a formal investigation continues.

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Rev. Alex J. Vargas of St. Thomas More Parish in Boynton Beach has been placed on administrative leave following serious allegations, with a formal investigation underway.

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WPEC broke the news on Thursday, June 18, 2026.
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