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The Special Victims Unit of Florida’s Clay County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, wrapped up a 3-month investigation into 32-year-old Jeremiah Paul Grover, a former Worship Leader for Elevate Life Church in Oakleaf Plantation. The alleged perpetrator was accused of multiple sex crimes.
Grover allegedly engaged in sexual criminal conduct with a 16-year-old member of his church, meeting the minor in both Clay and Duval counties. He faces charges for unlawful sexual activity with a minor, traveling to meet a minor, lewd and lascivious touching, and transmission of harmful material to minors. He is currently being held on a bond of $325,015.
This disturbing situation brings to light some serious issues about the safety of minors in places we believe are safe, highlighting vulnerabilities within trusted institutions and the need to keep a close watch on our safety protocols. It’s a reminder of how important background checks, supervision, and clear ways to report concerns are for team members, volunteers, and any staff involved with children.
If you have experienced sexual assault involving this individual at the specified location, give us a call at the Michael Brady Lynch Firm 888-585-5970.
Date: October 25, 2024
Editor-in-Chief: Brandon Salter
Editor: Sonya Coenen
Citations
https://www.jacksonville.com/story/news/crime/2024/10/25/clay-county-church-leader-arrested-on-sex-charges-with-teen/75837260007/
http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0700-0799/0794/Sections/0794.05.html