Pastor's associate arrested for child molestation in Marietta, GA

Sex Crimes — Marietta, GA — reported 2026-07-08

SUMMARY

A pastor's associate was arrested and sentenced to 25 years in prison for aggravated child molestation.

KEY FACTS

• Incident type: Sex Crimes
• Location: Marietta, GA
• Date reported: 2026-07-08
• Suspect: male, age 34
• Victim(s): 1 (15-year-old boy)

REPORTED DETAILS

• Marcus Kendall Turner, a leader at Worship With Wonders Church, was arrested for aggravated child molestation.
• Turner pleaded guilty to aggravated child molestation, sexual exploitation of children, and enticing a child for indecent purposes.
• He was sentenced to 25 years in prison without the possibility of parole.
• Turner will be required to register as a sex offender after his release.
• The church's leadership was informed of the allegations but did not immediately call law enforcement.