Father C. Thomas Chleboski
Arrested 1990; convicted 1991
Removed from Clerical State 1996
Taught at the following parishes:
St. Martin’s School, Washington, D.C.
St. Jude’s in Maryland
Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, Washington, D.C.
Summary of Abuse Allegations against Father C. Thomas Chleboski?
Father C. Thomas Chleboski served in various parishes under the Archdiocese of Washington, many of which were located in Maryland. Over the years, allegations surfaced accusing him of child sexual abuse during his tenure. These accusations form part of a broader pattern of childhood sexual abuse cases that have come to light within the Archdiocese and the Catholic Church at large.
In January 1991, a grand jury in Arlington indicted a Washington priest following allegations of inappropriate conduct involving a 13-year-old Arlington student. Thomas Chleboski, then 31 and serving at Our Lady of Victory Church in Northwest Washington, faced six charges related to sexual misconduct. The charges included allegations of fondling, aggravated sexual battery, and other serious offenses. The youth involved was a student at a parochial school connected to the church.
Allegations and Public Reports – Father C. Thomas Chleboski
Father Chleboski’s name has appeared in lists of clergy accused of sexual abuse published by the Archdiocese of Washington and other watchdog organizations. According to publicly available reports, he was accused of sexually abusing minors while serving in Maryland parishes. These allegations have been documented in several investigative articles and official releases:
The Washington Post reported on the Archdiocese’s release of names of credibly accused clergy, including Father Chleboski. Read the article here.
BishopAccountability.org maintains a comprehensive database of accused clergy, including details on Father Chleboski’s assignments and allegations. View the database entry.
The Archdiocese of Washington has also published official statements and lists detailing allegations against accused clergy. See the official list.
Support for Maryland Survivors – Clergy Abuse Claims
If you or someone you know is a survivor of clergy sexual abuse, it’s important to remember that support and legal resources are available. Organizations such as SNAP (Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests) and The Yost Legal Group can provide guidance, counseling, and legal assistance.
Recent changes to Maryland law, such as the Child Victims Act, have extended the statute of limitations for survivors seeking justice. This legal shift empowers more survivors to come forward and pursue accountability.
The allegations against Father C. Thomas Chleboski are a sobering reminder of the need for vigilance, transparency, and survivor-centered advocacy within all institutions.
At The Yost Legal Group, we stand with survivors and are committed to supporting those seeking justice. If you have information or need assistance, please reach out for a free, confidential consultation.
Contact our Childhood Sexual Abuse Lawyers for Help.
The Yost Legal Group is here to support survivors of childhood sexual abuse by Catholic priests and clergy in the Archdiocese of Washington. If you or someone you know experienced abuse as a minor in a Maryland parish, you may have legal options to recover financial compensation, even if the abuse occurred many years ago.
Contact us today at 1-800-Yost-Law (1-800-967-8529) for a free, confidential consultation. We are here to answer your questions, listen to your story, and help protect your rights. Your voice matters.