A number of Spanish-speaking conmen, posing as Catholic priests from Mexico, have been charging unsuspecting believers in Modesto, and Stockton, Calif. hundreds of dollars to celebrate sacraments, teach classes and issue certificates, and the Diocese of Stockton is warning members of the community to call 911 should they encounter these "wolves in sheep's clothing," The Christian Post website reports today (Oct.24, 2023).
"They resort to intimidation tactics against anyone questioning their identity or authority, often threatening legal action for defamation, although these threats lack substance," a release last week from the Diocese of Stockton said.
The conmen are reportedly charging $600 per home visit plus $70 for each child they bless.
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