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Cult leader gets 225 years in prison after sex crimes conviction

Followers viewed him as a prophet, authorities said.

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What happened Followers viewed him as a prophet, authorities said.
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CenterCult leader gets 225 years in prison after sex crimes conviction

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WJW FOX8 (Nexstar, Cleveland)News report · Jun 12, 10:06 PM

California cult leader gets 225 years in prison after sex crimes conviction

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A California man who prosecutors say used his position as a religious leader to sexually abuse women and children within his congregation has been sentenced to 225 years to life in state pr...

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Jun 12, 10:06 PM: WJW FOX8 (Nexstar, Cleveland) joined the source map.

Jun 13, 12:05 AM: FOX8 WGHP (Nexstar, Greensboro) joined the source map.

Now: score hidden until the source match is cleaner. Story health is developing · 2 sources · 1 bucket.