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Thu 11 Nov 2009Priest released by kidnappers after 32-day ordeal
IRISH PRIEST Fr Michael Sinnott was yesterday released in the Philippines after being held hostage for 32 days.
The 79-year-old Columban missionary, who had major heart surgery four years ago, was taken to a clinic to assess his medical condition. He was described as being “as well as can be expected in the circumstances”. Fr Sinnott is expected to be brought to Manila today.
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