Tag: law-enforcement

Central Florida Pastor Charged with Lewd Battery of a Minor and Additional Allegations of Non-Disclosure of HIV Status

September 19, 2026

A pastor from a Central Florida church was recently arrested, as reported by local law enforcement. Timothy Chaneyfield, 42, pastor of St. James United American Free Will Baptist Church, was charged following an investigation initiated…

Utah Church Sues Over Police Raids on Marijuana, Psychedelics, and Vape Use as Sacraments

September 4, 2026

In a recent legal development, the Sugarleaf Church, which oversees both the Salt City Sanctuary in South Salt Lake and the Blackhouse in Sugar House, has filed a lawsuit against law enforcement agencies following raids…

Cook County Sheriff’s Police Arrest Retail Theft Ringleader Recruiting Addicts in Homeless Shelters.

September 4, 2026

In a significant law enforcement operation, Cook County Sheriff’s Police arrested Roise Spencer, a 42-year-old woman accused of leading a multistate retail theft ring. The investigation revealed that Spencer recruited individuals struggling with addiction from…

Former Youth Pastor Arrested on 90 Counts of Child Sex Crimes in Bossier Parish

September 3, 2026

In Bossier Parish, Louisiana, a former youth pastor has been arrested in connection with allegations of child sex crimes dating back several decades. David Mercer, 72, of Folsom, Louisiana, was apprehended by the Bossier Parish…

Churches Sue Over Raids on Vapes, Psychedelic Mushrooms, and Cannabis in Utah Sanctuaries

September 2, 2026

In a recent legal development, the Sugarleaf Church, which oversees the Blackhouse and Salt City Sanctuary in Utah, has initiated a lawsuit following raids conducted by law enforcement agencies. These raids targeted the use of…

Former Missions Pastor Accused of Luring Teens From Argentina to Sexually Abuse Them

July 27, 2026

A former North Carolina missions pastor was arrested in Florida last month after being accused of sexually abusing two teens between 2002 and 2008. Luis Sosa, 50, is being held without bond on multiple charges.…

Oakville Catholic priest charged with sexual assault after investigation

July 27, 2026

Halton police have charged a Catholic priest with sexual assault following an investigation in Oakville, prompting immediate action from the Roman Catholic Diocese of Hamilton. The investigation began in February after an allegation surfaced regarding…

Pastor Charged with Endangering Child’s Welfare After Leaving 5-Year-Old Unattended in Car

July 27, 2026

A pastor in Dothan, Alabama, faces criminal charges after leaving a 5-year-old child unattended in his vehicle while he drank at a bar. The incident occurred over the weekend, leading to an investigation by local…