Some Alabama officials pushing for tougher punishment for child sex abusers
Some Alabama lawmakers and other officials want tougher penalties for anyone who sexually abuses a child.
Child sex abuse
DA Robert Turner, Jr. updates Bibb Co. child sex abuse case
From the West Alabama Newsroom– An investigation into a child sex abuse case involving minor children — continues in Bibb County tonight. Bibb County is one of five Alabama counties included in Fourth Judicial Circuit — where Robert Turner, Jr. is the District Attorney. Action 8 News caught up with Turner at his main office in the Dallas County courthouse….
Man facing child sex abuse charges in Wetumpka
A man is facing child sex abuse-related charges involving a female family member in Wetumpka.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Millbrook man facing more child pornography charges
Millbrook police say a man who had been arrested on charges of child pornography possession now faces more related charges.
Bill Would Give Victims of Childhood Sex Abuse More Time to File Civil Lawsuits
Alabama legislation would give victims of childhood sex abuse more time to sue their abusers.
Auburn Man Arrested on Child Sex-Related Charges
Auburn police have arrested a man on several child sex-related charges.
Montgomery Man Convicted of Sexually Abusing a Child
A Montgomery man is facing life in prison after sexually abusing a child. Authorities say Denardo Laster was convicted of rape, sodomy, and incest. They say because of Laster’s criminal record, he faces a mandatory life sentence without parole. “Denardo Laster preyed on the victim’s vulnerability. He is a truly despicable individual who deserves to spend the rest of his…
