Pa. monsignor seeks probation in landmark case

Published July 19, 2012 9:42pm ET



PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The first U.S. church official convicted of endangering children in the priest-abuse scandal asked Thursday for probation instead of prison, saying he had already experienced months of scrutiny, vilification and shame.

Monsignor William Lynn, 61, of Philadelphia awaits sentencing on Tuesday.

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