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Lawsuit alleges Arkansas pastor abused girls for 15 years
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A civil lawsuit says church leaders failed to stop Tony Waller’s abuse and hidden-camera filming for 15 years.
WHO: Six women filing a civil complaint against Refuge Church and Assemblies of God leaders
WHAT: Filed a civil lawsuit alleging Refuge Church and Assemblies of God leaders dismissed reports of Tony Waller’s abuse and hidden-camera filming of girls for 15 years
WHEN: May 22, 2026 at 12:32 PM ET
WHERE: Jonesboro, Arkansas
WHY: The lawsuit alleges church leaders dismissed girls’ reports of hidden cameras, drugged drinks, and abuse, enabling the conduct for 15 years
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