Vermont Pastor Charged With Child Abuse | Montpelier News

A Vermont man, Andrew Buzzell, 34, faces federal charges for allegedly sending child sex abuse material via Kik after being arrested at his home — a crime that could land him five to twenty years in prison. Once a leader in a children-focused evangelical group, Buzzell reportedly babysat a 10-year-old girl he knew through church. The prosecution seeks detention due to flight risk and community danger, while his defense pushed for release with strict conditions. Judge Kevin J. Doyle ordered a 24-hour lockdown, firearm removal, electronic monitoring, and a ban on contact with children — with court appearances only until Tuesday morning. A probable cause hearing is set for August 31st, unless a grand jury acts sooner. Investigators say more disturbing content may be involved beyond the single video charged. 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/9826eeede1611b8c