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crime1d ago

The first Riverside Church sex-abuse trial is winding down, with final witness testimony set for Tuesday and a jury to deliberate next.
Riverside plans to call Dr. Steven Fayer as an expert witness to defend against Daryl Powell’s claims.
Powell accuses Ernest Lorch of regular groping and paddling, based on testimony from multiple former players.
Testimony also includes McDuffen’s accounts of abuse linked to Lorch, including claims of paddle and sexual conduct.
Witnesses described Lorch’s alleged inspections and punishments, though some testified they did not witness wrongdoing.
Riverside defense argued no notice of misconduct and limited personal knowledge among staff.
Custodian Ramòn Ruiz testified he did not observe inappropriate conduct during his tenure.
The trial also featured Riverside’s chief operating officer Natalie Fein detailing the church’s archives and lack of supervision guidelines.
The case marks the first of 27 lawsuits under New York’s 2019 Child Victims Act to reach trial.
Ernest Lorch, the former coach alleged to have abused players, died in 2012.
The Riverside Hawks’ program director testified about his experiences and the impact of the program on his career.

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crime7h ago

Riverside Church settled the first CVA case with former player Daryl Powell after a trial potential, ending the specific abuse dispute before a jury.
Powell testified that coach Ernie Lorch abused him, including groping, paddling, and 'jockstrap checks' during his time with Riverside Hawks.
The CVA allows survivors to sue years or decades after abuse, enabling Powell's case to proceed despite the time elapsed.
Judge Alexander Tisch called the settlement confidential, indicating terms were not disclosed publicly.
Powell framed the settlement as a step toward justice for other survivors, not just a financial resolution.
Lorch’s death in 2012 is noted as part of the broader history of abuse within the Riverside program.
The case underscored Riverside’s alleged failure to supervise Lorch and protect players.
Powell testified that the abuse affected his adult relationships and PTSD assessment, with therapy costs estimated at half a million dollars.
The Riverside cases span decades, with the church’s basketball program producing numerous high-level players.
Court records show Powell testified to broader patterns of abuse beyond his individual experience.

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