Terre Haute Pastor Charged with Possession of Child Sex Abuse Material: Indiana State Police Arrest 62-Year-Old Senior Pastor on 10 Felony Counts Following Investigation by Multiple Agencies.

A 62-year-old senior pastor, Daniel Willis, has been arrested on 10 felony counts of possessing child sexual abuse material. The arrest occurred in Terre Haute, Indiana, after an investigation initiated by Indiana State Police in early 2026. The investigation was prompted by tips from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children and an unidentified second company.

Willis was taken into custody and charged with mid-level felony offenses involving material of children younger than 12 and bondage. A search warrant executed at his home and church led to the discovery of digital devices containing files of child sexual abuse.

The investigation was a collaborative effort involving several agencies, including the Indiana Crimes Against Children Task Force, the Indiana State Police forensics unit, the Terre Haute Police Department, and special agents from the Department of Homeland Security. The task force, which is dedicated to investigating and prosecuting internet exploitation of children, encourages the public to report such crimes to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children.

This case underscores the importance of accountability and justice in protecting the vulnerable. As Micah 6:8 reminds us, “act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God,” emphasizing the need for communities to uphold justice and care for victims. In this pursuit, the work of law enforcement and community vigilance plays a crucial role in safeguarding children and ensuring that those who exploit them are held accountable.

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