James West, church youth group volunteer, charged with sex crimes against minor

VIRGINIA
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By Richard Reeve

August 31, 2012

King’s Chapel Church in Clifton is a place of worship, prayer, and trust.

But for some in this quiet Fairfax County suburb, that trust is being tested this weekend.

“I was very sad,” says Chi Wai, who lives in Fairfax. “I have two kids myself, and you have to be vigilent. Sometimes these things escape you.”

On Friday morning, police arrested 23-year old James West, a King’s Chapel Youth Volunteer.

He’s accused of sexually abusing a 14-year old church member.

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