Catholic priest and the chaplain for the NYPD Reverend Michael Eguino has been arrested for allegedly patronizing prostitution.
Eguino, 40, was charged with patronizing prostitution after being taken into custody at 11:20 a.m. on Friday at a motel in Pelham Gardens. He was caught offering money to a woman in exchange for sex.
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Appointed as an NYPD chaplain in August 2021, Eguino also served as a spiritual director for the NYPD Manhattan, Bronx, and Staten Island Holy Name Society.
He was ordained as a Catholic priest in July 2015 and was serving as pastor at St. Anselm Church in the Bronx at the time of his arrest.
Following the incident, the Archdiocese of New York addressed parishioners of St. Anselm Parish, acknowledging the allegations while affirming Eguino’s denial.
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“Father Eguino denies the allegations and maintains the presumption of his innocence. However, for the good of the parish, Father Eguino has voluntarily stepped away while the matter is investigated,” the Archdiocese stated.
Church officials pledged to cooperate with authorities during the investigation, urging the parish community to remain united in prayer. Further legal proceedings and disciplinary actions remain pending.
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