Former Priest Convicted of Rape Released to Halfway House
Former priest Geoff Drew, who confessed to rape, was released from prison on Monday and moved to a halfway house in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood after completing his seven-year sentence. Authorities warn the public that he remains dangerous, and he will…
Cincinnati, OH, August 17, 2026 —
Former priest Geoff Drew, who pleaded guilty to rape, was released from prison on Monday. Drew has been moved to a halfway house located in Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. His release follows the completion of a seven-year prison sentence.
Authorities have issued warnings to the public regarding Drew, stating that he is considered dangerous. He will be subject to supervised release for a period of five years. Additionally, Drew is required to register as a sex offender for the remainder of his life.
Drew’s conviction stems from a confession to rape. The specifics of the case leading to his arrest and conviction were not detailed in the provided information.
The transition to a halfway house marks a significant step in Drew’s reintegration into the community. The duration of his stay at the halfway house was not specified. His supervised release will involve monitoring by relevant authorities to ensure compliance with the terms set forth.
The requirement to register as a sex offender is a legal measure intended to track individuals convicted of sex offenses and alert the public to their presence in a community. This registration is a lifelong obligation for Drew.
Story summarized from the original created by Paula Christian on www.wcpo.com, see more information here.
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