Columbus Greek Orthodox Priest Accused Of Attempting To Meet Underage Boys For Sex Acts

COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Franklin County Internet Crimes Against Children Unit is investigating a central Ohio priest accused of soliciting sex.

According to the ICAC Unit, Father Patrick Nicholas Hughes is accused of trying to meet two underage boys to engage in a sex act.

Hughes, a priest at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church on North High Street, was arrested on Wednesday and is currently jailed on $100,000 bond.

Hughes is charged with one count of attempted rape and one count of unlawful conduct with a minor.