Cutié Dropped From Immigrant's Lawsuit
Kimberley Chapin
Jul 15, 2009 5:31 pm US/Eastern


MIAMI
An illegal immigrant from Indonesia has dropped former Catholic priest and TV star Father Alberto Cutié from a lawsuit; in it, he claims he was arrested to protect the priest's wife.

Maxi Paulus Ratunuman, who overstayed a tourist visa, was in immigration custody in Miami, his lawyer said Tuesday.

Ratunuman was arrested June 6 on false trespassing charges by an off-duty police officer whom he says provided security for Reverend Cutié.

Ratunuman claims he is Cutié's wife's ex. He alleges Ruhama Bune Canellis conspired to get him deported because he was asking for money she owed him.

Cutié joined the Episcopal Church in May and married Canellis last month following a major controversy after photos showing him and her on the beach were released.

Cutié's attorney says Cutié has been vindicated and his wife will soon be as well.


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