What does he mean?

Mercy always, for the sinner, no matter the sin. But retribution, protection of the innocent, admission of guilt, punishment. Pastoral attention to be sure, if that means guidance to become better people, but pastoral attention in the context of compensation, punishment and retribution. For forgiveness there must be admission of guilt and penance (including prison terms).

So, does the Pope mean what I explain or is he letting them off the hook? If it is the latter, yes, disgusting.