# Legal proceedings against priest Binu Joseph

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/legal-proceedings-against-priest-binu-joseph
> Updated: 2026-08-29T20:17:10.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

In Paranaguá, Brazil, Indian priest Binu Joseph Chollackal was placed under preventive detention following a criminal complaint by the Public Ministry of Paraná. The allegations include sexual violation through fraud, abuse of religious authority, and psychological violence against women, with incidents reported between 2010 and 2024.

The judiciary ordered the detention to protect the integrity of evidence and prevent the priest from influencing witnesses. Legal representatives for the priest and the Diocese of Paranaguá have maintained his innocence, noting that the proceedings are under judicial secrecy.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-29: Priest arrested in San Juan Bautista for alleged abuse of a teenager

A priest in San Juan Bautista, Paraguay, has been arrested for allegedly abusing a 16-year-old after the victim sent distress messages and videos to the local Bishop.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/priest-arrested-in-san-juan-bautista-for-alleged-abuse-of-a-teenager

### 2026-08-12: Priest Binu Joseph arrested in Paranaguá on sexual abuse charges

Priest Binu Joseph Chollackal has been arrested in Paranaguá, Brazil, on charges of sexual fraud and religious abuse after allegedly attempting to influence witnesses during ongoing investigations.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/priest-binu-joseph-arrested-in-paranagu-on-abuse-allegations

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