Former Pastor Pleads Guilty to Child Abuse | Buffalo News

A former pastor and soccer coach in Buffalo, John Camardo, 47, has pleaded guilty to horrific charges including second-degree rape and sexual conduct against a child. He targeted two underage victims in Amherst over a 15-month span, knowing them personally. Once a prominent church leader and youth soccer coach, Camardo now faces 6-8 years in prison, with no bail and protective orders in place for the victims. The community is reeling from the betrayal, as the church distanced itself from his actions. This case exposes how deeply trust can be shattered — even in places we expect safety. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/10351c1d317a50fe