Former Harrisburg Reverend Faces More Child Sex Abuse Charges

Third victim comes forward, alleging abuse starting at age 9 or 10

Apr. 17, 2026 at 12:07am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a broken child's toy, heavily shadowed and dramatically lit by a harsh camera flash, conveying a sense of the gritty, investigative nature of this criminal case.The harsh flash of an investigative camera illuminates the shattered remains of a child's toy, a grim symbol of the alleged abuse uncovered in this disturbing case.Harrisburg Today

A former Harrisburg-area reverend is facing additional charges of child sexual abuse after a third victim came forward to police, according to a criminal complaint filed by the Harrisburg Police Department. The alleged third victim told investigators that the sexual abuse began when she was around 9 or 10 years old.

Why it matters

The case involves disturbing allegations of sexual abuse against multiple children, with the reverend already facing prior charges related to the abuse of two other victims. This latest development raises further concerns about the scope of the alleged crimes and the need for a thorough investigation to protect vulnerable youth in the community.

The details

According to the criminal complaint, the alleged third victim reported that the sexual abuse by the former reverend began when she was around 9 or 10 years old. The new charges come after the reverend was previously accused of abusing two other victims. Harrisburg Police have filed the additional complaint as part of their ongoing investigation into the case.

  • The alleged abuse of the third victim began when she was around 9 or 10 years old.
  • The former reverend was previously facing charges related to the abuse of two other victims.

The players

Harrisburg Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that filed the criminal complaint against the former reverend and is leading the investigation into the child sexual abuse allegations.

Former Harrisburg-area Reverend

The individual accused of sexually abusing multiple children, including the new third victim who came forward.

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The takeaway

This disturbing case highlights the critical need for thorough investigations and strong action to protect children from sexual predators, even those in positions of trust and authority within the community.