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Ex-pastor and 'American Idol' contestant Caleb Flynn sentenced to life in prison
Original: Ex-pastor, 'American Idol' contestant Caleb Flynn sentenced to life in prison
Caleb Flynn, a former pastor who once appeared as a contestant on 'American Idol', has been sentenced to life in prison. The sentencing closes a case that drew attention because of the contrast between his public profile as a church leader and aspiring singer and the crimes for which he was convicted. Details of the charges and the court's reasoning have not been included in the reporting available.
Why now: The unusual combination of his reality TV past and religious role with a life sentence is drawing attention to the case.
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