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Youth Pastor Arrested for Sexual Abuse of Teenager

11/10/2025

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Police arrested Joshua David Kemper, a 47-year-old youth pastor in Coarsegold, California, for sexual abuse involving a 15-year-old church member.
The alleged abuse occurred March through July 2025 at the church and the victim's home.
Investigators have collected messages and videos exchanged between Kemper and the victim.
Police suspect there may be additional victims.

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Story summary

Police arrested Joshua David Kemper, a 47-year-old youth pastor in Coarsegold, California, for sexual abuse involving a 15-year-old church member.
The alleged abuse occurred March through July 2025 at the church and the victim's home.
Investigators have collected messages and videos exchanged between Kemper and the victim.
Police suspect there may be additional victims.