Paul Connick

Terry Reed, a 66-year-old pastor from suburban New Orleans, has been sentenced to 80 years in prison after being convicted of sexually molesting two boys. This marks the third time Reed has been found guilty of abusing minors. During the trial, prosecutors stated that Reed used biblical verses and scripture to manipulate and justify his sexual behavior with the victims. The mother of one of the survivors read a victim-impact statement, describing Reed as "an utter failure." The sentencing brings a close to a case involving a religious figure who preyed on vulnerable individuals, highlighting the severity of his crimes and the impact on his victims.