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Pastor Sentenced in Child Abuse Case | Birmingham News
A Tennessee pastor, Benjamin Garlick, has been sentenced to life without parole for multiple child abuse charges, including aggravated rape of a child, following a two-week trial. His wife, Shaantal Garlick, was convicted of facilitating the rape and aggravated child neglect, with sentencing pending. The case, which began in August 2023 after allegations surfaced, revealed abuse spanning years and two additional victims. Known for his evangelical ministry serving Spanish-speaking communities across the U.S., Garlick’s crimes shocked his religious circle. Investigators and child protection…
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