Man connected to Caldwell church sentenced for child sex crimes; police seek other victims

Authorities say Weldon Haney attended Calvary Temple Church in Caldwell for many years, and three of the known victims met him through the church.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 8:36pm

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A 67-year-old Caldwell man named Weldon Haney has been sentenced to 70 years in prison after being convicted of multiple sex crimes involving children. Investigators believe there may be additional victims based on the pattern of the offenses, and they are asking anyone with information about Haney to contact the Caldwell Police Department.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing issue of child sexual abuse and the need for vigilance within religious communities, where perpetrators may exploit positions of trust to gain access to vulnerable victims. The police are seeking to identify any other potential victims in order to bring justice and prevent further harm.

The details

Weldon Haney was sentenced this week to a total of 70 years, including 50 years fixed and 20 years indeterminate, for three counts of lewd conduct and one count of sexual abuse of a child under 16. The crimes happened between 2022 and 2024. Authorities say Haney attended Calvary Temple Church in Caldwell for many years, and three of the known victims met him through the church.

  • Weldon Haney was sentenced this week.
  • The crimes happened between 2022 and 2024.

The players

Weldon Haney

A 67-year-old Caldwell man who was convicted of multiple sex crimes involving children and sentenced to 70 years in prison.

Calvary Temple Church

A church in Caldwell, Idaho where Weldon Haney attended for many years and where three of the known victims met him.

Caldwell Police Department

The law enforcement agency investigating the case and seeking any additional victims.

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What’s next

Police are asking anyone with information about Weldon Haney to contact the Caldwell Police Department at 208-455-4624.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing issue of child sexual abuse and the need for religious communities to be vigilant in protecting vulnerable members. The police are seeking to identify any other potential victims in order to bring justice and prevent further harm.