"Silas H. Shelton pleaded guilty to three third-degree felony counts of unlawful sexual conduct with a minor, facing a prison sentence of 3 to 15 years. The abuse began in 2019 and involved a girl from his congregation."
"The plea deal dismissed eight remaining charges from the original 12-count indictment, which included serious offenses such as arson, gross sexual imposition, and rape. Shelton's actions were described as manipulative, taking advantage of his position as a pastor."
"Assistant Prosecutor Andrew Sievers stated that Shelton had sexual conduct with the minor while returning from work sites and at various locations, indicating a pattern of abuse that exploited the victim's trust."
Silas H. Shelton, a pastor in Wilmington, Ohio, pleaded guilty to three felony counts of unlawful sexual conduct with a minor. The abuse involved a girl from his congregation and began in 2019. Shelton's plea deal dismissed eight other charges, including rape and sexual battery. He faces a prison sentence of 3 to 15 years and must register as a Tier II sex offender for 25 years. The victim felt groomed and manipulated due to Shelton's religious authority.
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