AP: More charges likely in cult sex investigation

An Associated Press report cites McDonald and Newton county officials who say more charges are likely in connection with the investigation of two connected cult-like churches in McDonald and Newton counties.

The assistant prosecutor in a case in Newton County and the sheriff’s deputy leading the investigation of a related case in McDonald County, both in southwest Missouri, said more possible victims are being interviewed and are naming other alleged perpetrators.

Five church leaders, four in the Washburn area of McDonald County, and one in the Granby area of Newton County, have been charged thus far.