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Father Michael O’Donnell jailed for historical abuse at Hato Pāora College

7 April 2025
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Father Michael O’Donnell jailed for historical abuse at Hato Pāora College
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Father Michael O’Donnell, a teacher at Hato Pāora College, has been sentenced to over five years in prison for sexually abusing students, including victim Kamahl Tupetagi who has chosen to speak out about the lasting effects of the abuse. O’Donnell is the third staff member from the college to be convicted of historical sex crimes against students. A concerned parent has reached out for help, expressing worry for their son Kamahl Willcocks who is struggling and terrified to return to Hato Pāora College.

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