Catholic Priest Killed in Kansas Church Rectory

In a shocking incident in Seneca, Kansas, a Catholic priest, Father Arul Carasala, was fatally shot in the rectory of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. The tragedy has left the local community and the state in mourning. The suspect, identified as a 44-year-old man, was apprehended and charged with first-degree murder. Reports indicate that the suspect had previously written to a local newspaper about religious topics, raising questions about his motives.

The shooting occurred late in the evening, and despite immediate medical attention, Father Carasala succumbed to his injuries. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation and local law enforcement are actively involved in the ongoing investigation, working to understand the circumstances that led to this violent act.

The parish and the broader Catholic community are grappling with the loss of Father Carasala, who was known for his dedication and service. Memorial services are being planned, and the church has opened its doors for community members to come together in prayer and support during this difficult time.

• Arul Carasala
• Kansas
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• Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church

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Who shot Arul Carasala?

Carasala, a priest in the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas and leader at Saints Peter and Paul Parish, was killed in what Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann called a “senseless act of violence.” Police arrested 66-year-old Gary Hermesch of Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the scene.

Who shot the priest in Seneca, Kansas?

The Kansas Bureau of Investigation said that Gary L. Hermesch, 66, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, was arrested and booked into jail for first-degree murder in connection to Carasala's death, CBS affiliate WIBW reported.

Why was the priest shot?

The Rev. Arul Carasala was found outside his parish rectory in Kansas on Thursday, officials said. An Oklahoma man was arrested, though a motive remained unknown. A man fatally shot a Catholic priest outside his parish rectory in Kansas on Thursday in an attack with no known motive, the authorities said.