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Lawsuit alleges church leaders ignored child abuse warnings
Filed: May 22, 2026 at 1:03 PM ET
Summary: A civil lawsuit says Refuge Church and Assemblies of God leaders dismissed reports of Tony Waller’s abuse for 15 years.
WHO: Six women plaintiffs; Refuge Church; Assemblies of God regional and national leaders
WHAT: Civil lawsuit alleges church leaders ignored warnings about Tony Waller’s sexual abuse and hidden cameras.
WHEN: May 22, 2026 at 12:32 PM ET
WHERE: Jonesboro, Arkansas, USA
WHY: The lawsuit alleges adults were told about hidden cameras, drugged drinks, and abuse but reports were dismissed, enabling grooming and molestation.
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