Pastor Accused of Sexually Abusing Teens in Maryland | JQJO

Former youth minister Thomas Pinkerton Jr., 52, faces 24 felony and misdemeanor charges in Maryland for allegedly sexually abusing six teenagers between 2006 and 2010. The alleged abuse, including inappropriate touching and kissing, occurred at his church and home. Pinkerton, who was extradited from Georgia, pleaded not guilty. Detectives believe there may be more victims. The Assemblies of God, Pinkerton's former denomination, has distanced itself from him, stating he was never formally credentialed. This case adds to a string of recent child sex abuse allegations within the Assemblies of God.