A Christian youth pastor, who shared posts that claimed children weren't safe around LGBTQ+ people, has been arrested on charges of child sexual abuse. California pastor Joshua David Kemper (47) was arrested on charges involving a 15-year-old girl. Kemper, from Coarsegold, a town about 35 miles north of Fresno, allegedly engaged in a sexual relationship with teenager between March and July this year. Incidents are said to have taken place at her home, in his vehicle, and at the local church. Digital evidence allegedly uncovered by investigating officers showed explicit messages, photos and videos exchanged between the sexual predator and the girl. During the time he was alleged to have abused his victim, Kemper shared a post on his Facebook account that suggested LGBTQ+ people were a danger to youngsters. The Christian pastor has been charged with a lewd or lascivious acts with a minor and if convicted, he could face the minimum of eight years in prison.
Map: Coarsegold, CA. Authorities report there could be more be more victims and urged anyone with information to contact the Madera County Sheriff's Office Investigations unit: (559) 675-7770 or Detective Michaela Plummer: (559) 706-1276. An arrest is just an accusation. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Another day, another dollar, and another Christian pastor accused of sexually deviant behavior. I don't think Joshua David Kemper smiled for his mugshot or while he was arraigned.
