Pastor and wife spread Gospel nationwide before abuse case exposed disturbing reality
Shaantal Garlick was convicted of facilitating the aggravated rape of a child and neglect as her husband Benjamin Garlick faces life in prison.
TL;DR
- Benjamin Garlick, 35, convicted of aggravated rape of a child and other offenses, sentenced to life without parole.
- Shaantal Garlick, 32, convicted of facilitating aggravated rape of a child and aggravated child neglect.
- The couple traveled the country for their ministry, La Espada, which served the Hispanic community.
- Investigation began in August 2023 following reports of abuse of a 5-year-old child.
- At least three victims were identified during the investigation.
- Benjamin Garlick worked with his father and grandfather in the ministry.
- Shaantal Garlick described her calling as serving God and working with the ministry.
- The couple was arrested in September 2023.