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City of Saint John · Kenneth Estabrooks
Saint John Estabrooks Abuse Class Action Settlement
This may apply to people who allege harm from abuse by Kenneth Estabrooks in the City of Saint John during the covered period.
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Deadline
Closes Apr 13, 2027
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- Status
- Open
- Where it applies
- New Brunswick
- Proof
- May require proof
- Time to apply
- About 30 min
KPMG Inc.
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Case context
What this claim covers
The official class definition may apply to people who allege injury, loss or damage from being sexually abused by Kenneth Estabrooks in the City of Saint John between January 1, 1953 and November 1, 1975 while he was a City of Saint John police officer. You do not need to share details of what happened with SettleWorth. The official KPMG process decides eligibility and explains separate psychological-harm and estate requirements.
Names linked to this claim: City of Saint John, Kenneth Estabrooks
Type of claim: Government and public programs
Dates covered: Jan 1, 1953 to Nov 1, 1975
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The official class definition may apply to people who allege injury, loss or damage from being sexually abused by Kenneth Estabrooks in the City of Saint John between January 1, 1953 and November 1, 1975 while he was a City of Saint John police officer. You do not need to share details of what happened with SettleWorth. The official KPMG process decides eligibility and explains separate psychological-harm and estate requirements.
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- Dates: Jan 1, 1953 to Nov 1, 1975.
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August 13, 2026
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