Following a canonical investigation ordered by Pope Francis, the police opened a new investigation that led to the charges. Saunders will plead not guilty to all allegations.
The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem issued a statement condemning the «shameful and unprovoked attack.» The police reportedly arrested the two assailants immediately after the incident
Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya has kept the population up to date through the social network X. He also warned that efforts were launched to capture the attackers.