Pastor Charged with Child Molestation, Church Defends Him

0:00A 56-year-old pastor from Worship Live Church in Newport, Ricci, Florida, named Angelo Musicaro, got hit with multiple felony charges last week. He's accused of lured acts and molesting at least three young victims, including one under 12 years old. Musicaro also used to work as a Pasco County Sheriff's Deputy. These alleged incidents started back in 2021 and reportedly went on for years. He served as a deputy from 1997 to 2010, including time as a school resource officer and later came back as a civilian, employee. Meanwhile, another pastor at the church posted a video defending Musicaro, even praying for the accusers to back off their claims. That sparked major backlash online with people slamming the church, reciting with the accused over the kids. Authorities confirm the victims are safe now and getting all the help they need. The probe is still rolling with possible more charges coming and they're begging anyone with tips to step up.

1:00Musicaro sits in Pasco County jail as this unfolds, so we'll keep watching for updates on justice for those involved. This has been Tampa Bay News today, powered by AI.