Latter-day Saint Church's Response to AP Report on Handling Sex Abuse Claims

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has responded to an Associated Press investigation into its handling of sexual abuse allegations. The church stated that it terminated the perpetrator's membership when it learned of the abuse and played no role in the case being dismissed. A settlement was offered to the survivor, and both parties agreed not to disclose the financial terms. The church also directed readers to two articles on its newsroom website that address its approach to abuse and a dedicated helpline for reporting abuse.