Event Brief
Knoxville church elder arrested on child abuse charge
By The BriefBrief · Sources (4)
Filed: Sep 16, 2026 at 8:00 AM ET
UPDATED Sep 17, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Summary: Nicholas Blevins, 41, was arrested and removed from his leadership role at Reformed Fellowship Church after a child abuse charge, according to court records and church officials. His duties included leading members and children in worship, the report says.
WHO: Nicholas Blevins, 41; Reformed Fellowship Church; Knox County Sheriff’s Office; church officials
WHAT: A church elder was arrested and removed from leadership following a child abuse charge.
WHEN: Sep 17, 2026 at 11:04 AM ET
WHERE: Knox County, Tennessee
WHY: Blevins was charged with child abuse, which prompted his arrest and removal from church leadership.
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