Indiana Vicar Faces Child Molesting Charges
A 27-year-old Lutheran church vicar from Fort Wayne, Indiana, identified as Josiah Junkin, is facing child molesting charges related to an incident involving a 2-month-old girl. The allegations stem from admissions made to individuals and details found in his journal,…
Portland, OR, August 23, 2026 —
Josiah Junkin, a 27-year-old Lutheran church vicar from Fort Wayne, Indiana, has been charged with child molesting. The charges are connected to an alleged incident involving a two-month-old girl.
According to reports, the allegations are based on admissions Junkin reportedly made to individuals. Further details supporting the case were allegedly found within his personal journal, which reportedly contained indications of fantasies related to sexual assault.
The specific nature of the incident involving the infant has not been fully detailed in the provided information. The investigation into the allegations is ongoing.
Junkin’s employment as a vicar in Fort Wayne has been confirmed. Further information regarding his current status within the church and the legal proceedings will be reported as it becomes available.
Story summarized from the original created by Corryn Brock, Gray News staff on www.kptv.com, see more information here.
