June 13, 2005

Statement by Mary Grant of Long Beach, CA
SNAP Western Regional Director
626 419-2930 cell (Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests)

"Often, wealthy, powerful and popular defendants prevail in court. Still, it's crucial that victims and witnesses of sex crimes keep coming forward to report abuse and hold offenders responsible."

For more information:
David Clohessy of St. Louis, SNAP National Director (314) 566-9790 cell
Mary Grant of Long Beach CA, SNAP Board Member (626) 419 2930