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Winter Haven pastor accused of sex with teen
Filed: Aug 04, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET
Summary: A Winter Haven pastor was arrested for allegedly having sex with a 14-year-old without disclosing he is HIV positive.
WHO: A 42-year-old Winter Haven pastor
WHAT: Arrested on allegations of having sex with a 14-year-old boy without disclosing HIV-positive status
WHEN: Aug 04, 2026 at 8:46 AM ET
WHERE: Winter Haven, Polk County, Florida
WHY: Deputies said the arrest followed a NCMEC cyber tip about inappropriate contact and the alleged failure to disclose HIV status.
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