{"id":257166,"date":"2026-05-04T01:13:17","date_gmt":"2026-05-04T01:13:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/257166\/"},"modified":"2026-05-04T01:13:17","modified_gmt":"2026-05-04T01:13:17","slug":"florida-pastor-who-wrote-marriage-book-arrested-on-bigamy-charge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/257166\/","title":{"rendered":"Florida Pastor Who Wrote Marriage Book Arrested on Bigamy Charge"},"content":{"rendered":"

A Florida<\/a> pastor who authored a book about strengthening marriages<\/a> is now facing legal trouble after authorities say he was involved in multiple marriages at the same time.<\/p>\n

According to Village News, Pastor Leslie Williams was taken into custody in late April at his home by local deputies<\/a> and later booked into the Sumter County Detention Center. He is being held without bond on a charge of bigamy.<\/p>\n

According to reports, the case originated outside of Florida. A warrant tied to the investigation was issued in Georgia earlier this month, and Williams is expected to be transferred there to face the charge.<\/p>\n

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Williams, who operates a ministry from his residence, drew attention on social media after announcing a new marriage in December. In a post shared with followers, he introduced his new wife and expressed excitement about their union. The update, however, reportedly raised questions among some who believed he was already married.<\/p>\n

The situation has taken on added scrutiny due to Williams\u2019 work as an author. He wrote a book focused on faith-based relationship advice, offering guidance on how husbands can deepen their connection with their wives through biblical principles.<\/p>\n

Authorities have not publicly detailed how many marriages are involved in the case. Williams remains in custody, with extradition proceedings expected to determine when he will be returned to Georgia.<\/p>\n

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