Pastor Sentenced in Child Abuse Case | Wilmington News

Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 20, 2026 · 1m

A Tennessee pastor, Benjamin Garlick, has been sentenced to life in prison without parole after being convicted of multiple counts including aggravated rape of a child. His wife, Shaantal Garlick, was also convicted for facilitating abuse and child neglect. The case, which began after a report involving a five-year-old victim, revealed years of abuse and two additional victims. Benjamin, 35, traveled widely for his ministry, often working with the Hispanic community — a ministry founded by his grandfather. Shaantal, 32, also played an active role in the ministry. Authorities are urging anyone…