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Joseph Duggar arrested for alleged abuse of nine-year-old girl; brother dismisses claims
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Reality TV star and convicted sex offender Josh Duggar has dismissed allegations against his younger brother, calling them "sensationalized fiction" while speaking to reporters from a New Jersey correctional facility. Joseph Duggar was arrested on March 20 for allegedly sexually abusing nine-year-old girl in the early morning hours of that day following an anonymous tip-off at their family home near Nashville, Tennessee.
Key Points
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1Joseph Duggar was arrested for alleged sexual abuse of a nine-year-old girl.
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2His brother Josh, currently in prison and previously convicted as an offender, dismissed the accusations against him as 'false' or sensationalized fiction.
Developments
March 20
"Slobodnadalmacija.hr" reports that Joseph Duggar, star of '19 Kids and Counting', is arrested for alleged sexual abuse. The article states he was charged with abusing a nine-year-old girl.
Mar 20
'Jutarnji' notes the arrest details involving an American TV celebrity accused of molesting a young female child, citing specific facts from outside reports regarding his actions against children under ten years old. The article mentions that he is currently in prison and has been charged with sexual abuse.
Mar 20
'Daily Mail' quotes Josh Duggar dismissing the accusations as 'sensationalized fiction'. He claims these are false allegations made by his brother Joseph, who was arrested for allegedly abusing a nine-year-old girl. The article notes that both brothers have been involved in legal proceedings regarding child abuse.
Mar 19
'Hvg.hu' reports on the Duggar family's new member being accused of sexual assault against children under ten years old, citing specific details about his alleged actions and arrest. The article mentions that he is currently serving a sentence for previous offenses while facing these fresh charges.
Mar 19
'24ur' reports on the Duggar family member being accused of sexual abuse against children under ten years old, citing specific details about his alleged actions and arrest. The article mentions that he is currently serving a sentence for previous offenses while facing these fresh charges.