Pope Says Not Enough Evidence to Open Sex Assault Probe Against Quebec Cardinal

Pope Francis, left, and Cardinal Marc Ouellet arrive at the opening of a 3-day Symposium on Vocations in the Paul VI hall at the Vatican on Feb. 17, 2022. The Canadian Press/AP/Gregorio Borgia

There is not enough evidence to open a formal church investigation into sexual assault allegations against Quebec Cardinal Marc Ouellet, Pope Francis said Thursday.

The pontiff issued his statement through Matteo Bruni, director of the Holy See press office.