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4 people, including pastor and wife, charged in church sex offender case
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· July 21, 2026
· 2 min read
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, SC ( WMBF /Gray News) - Four people, including a pastor and his wife, have been charged in a church sex offender case. On July 13, a concerned parent contacted the Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office after learning convicted sex offender Warren Perry was working as a custodian a...
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Key takeaway On July 13, a concerned parent contacted the Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office after learning convicted sex offender Warren Perry was working as a custodian at Pawleys Island Christian Academy.
Why this matters in Laredo News
The charges brought against the pastor, his wife, and two others in the church sex offender case in Georgetown County, South Carolina, raise concerns about the safety and well-being of children in similar institutions in Laredo. While this incident occurred outside of Webb County, it serves as a stark reminder for local authorities and community members to remain vigilant about the presence of sex offenders in areas where children are present. In Laredo, where numerous churches and schools offer programs for young children, it is crucial for administrators and staff to conduct thorough background checks and ensure compliance with laws regarding sex offender registration and restrictions. The fact that Perry was able to work as a custodian at a Christian academy despite being a registered sex offender is alarming, and local institutions must take steps to prevent similar situations from occurring in their own communities.
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Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 2 min
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