Indiana Vicar Charged with Child Molestation
A 27-year-old Lutheran church vicar from Fort Wayne, Indiana, Josiah Junkin, has been charged with child molesting. The accusations involve allegedly molesting a 2-month-old girl while changing her diaper. The investigation began following allegations in Michigan, where Junkin reportedly admitted…
St. Louis, MO, August 23, 2026 —
Josiah Junkin, a 27-year-old Lutheran church vicar residing in Fort Wayne, Indiana, has been formally charged with child molestation. The accusations stem from allegations involving a 2-month-old girl.
According to reports, the alleged incident occurred while Junkin was changing the infant’s diaper. The investigation into the matter reportedly began following allegations made in Michigan.
Further details indicate that Junkin may have admitted to the alleged act during the course of the investigation in Michigan. The specific timeline of events and the full extent of the investigation are not detailed.
Josiah Junkin is currently being held in the Allen County Jail. The charges were filed, and the investigation is ongoing. No further information regarding court dates or potential legal proceedings has been released at this time.
Story summarized from the original created by Corryn Brock, Gray News staff on www.firstalert4.com, see more information here.
