MICHIGAN
WOOD
GRANDVILLE, Mich. (WOOD) — A former Grandville youth pastor was arrested after allegedly sexually assaulting a teen girl.
Police say Jeremiah Behrens used his authority as a youth pastor at Grandville Baptist Church, 4325 40th Street SW, to have an inappropriate relationship with the teen girl, between the ages of 13 and 16.
According to court documents, the pastor inappropriately touched the teen who was part of the church youth program.
Behrens was arraigned Monday on charges of second-degree and fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct because of his position of authority and the teen’s age, according to court records. He posted bond and was released from custody.
Behrens could face up to 15 years in prison if convicted.
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