US EditionPolice Probe Alleged Sex Abuse, Coverup at Arizona Church
- Tucson police have detained pastor Isaac Noriega of the Golden Dawn church for allegedly failing to report accusations of child sexual abuse involving congregant Jose Mora in 2025.
- This arrest followed a November report and several victim statements revealing Noriega ignored or dismissed reports of abuse over many years.
- Mora admitted in April 2012 to groping an 11-year-old boy named Philip on three occasions at his home, while Noriega reportedly discouraged police involvement.
- The ongoing police investigation spans two decades and involves 200 cases along with 700 individuals affected, with spokesperson Frank Magos noting that they are exploring whether there may be more victims.
- Noriega faces felony and misdemeanor charges that could lead to prison time, and former victims hope his successor prevents further abuse and cover-up.
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York News-TimesPolice probe alleged sex abuse, coverup at Arizona church
Victims say an Arizona church, Golden Dawn, protected alleged child molesters for years. Tucson police are now "looking into the possibility of additional victims" — and another has come forward.
·Madison, United States
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Elderly Tucson pastor indicted for failing to report child abuse claims
TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - The Tucson Police Department's Child Sexual Assault Unit has arrested 82-year-old Pastor Isaac Noriega for failing to report allegations of child molestation within his congregation.
·Tucson, United States
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