Terry Reed

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 described him as "the worst kind of predator" who used biblical verses and scripture to manipulate and justify his sexual behavior with the victims. The mother of one survivor read a victim-impact statement during the sentencing hearing, calling Reed "an utter failure." Reed's conviction and subsequent lengthy sentence are significant due to the repeated nature of his offenses and the vulnerability of his victims, highlighting ongoing concerns about child protection within religious communities.