LAS VEGAS - A Roman Catholic priest who smashed a wine bottle over the head of a woman in church pleaded guilty to felony battery with a deadly weapon.
The Rev. George Chaanine admitted Thursday in Clark County District Court that he smashed the bottle over the 54-year-old woman's head at Our Lady of Las Vegas Catholic Church in January.
Prosecutors dropped other charges, including attempted murder and sexual assault.
"Our prosecutors analyzed the case, they spoke with the victim, and she thought it was best to resolve this case short of trial," District Attorney David Roger said. Full Story - Catholic Digest Magazine - Carlton Cigarrettes - Get A Buz
The Rev. George Chaanine admitted Thursday in Clark County District Court that he smashed the bottle over the 54-year-old woman's head at Our Lady of Las Vegas Catholic Church in January.
Prosecutors dropped other charges, including attempted murder and sexual assault.
"Our prosecutors analyzed the case, they spoke with the victim, and she thought it was best to resolve this case short of trial," District Attorney David Roger said. Full Story - Catholic Digest Magazine - Carlton Cigarrettes - Get A Buz
