Joseph DuggarThe alleged victim refuses to sit in fear and puts on a brave face during the trial.
“It took a lot for him to come out, but he is not afraid,” said the source. Us Weekly. “He is strong and does not want to hide.
Last month, Us confirmed that Duggar, 31, he was arrested in Arkansas amid allegations of sexual abuse of a girl, now 14, who was 9 years old at the time of the incident.
Duggar was charged with lewd and lascivious behavior on a victim under the age of 12 and lewd and lascivious behavior by a person 18 or older, according to the report. Press release from the Bay County Sheriff’s Office.
The first one 19 Children and counting begged the star innocent in all cases, and his lawyers deny the charges.
Although the identity of the victim has not yet been revealed, the source said Us that the accuser is close to Joseph’s wife’s family; Kendra Duggar.
“[Kendra’s parents] Christina again Paul Caldwell they do not hide that Joseph’s victim is like that [close to the Caldwell family],” said the insider. That’s what he’s dealing with, but he doesn’t hide it.”
Regarding why the suspect is waiting to come forward to report the crime, the source said he may have taken time to process what happened.
Kendra and Joseph Duggar
Courtesy of Joseph and Kendra Duggar/Instagram“When [the alleged sexual assault] happened, Joseph was on vacation with Kendra and her family,” the insider said. “There is no other Duggar [family members] they were there. … As the years pass, [the alleged victim] he understood more and had the courage to tell his family. As the police report says, when he told his family, they took action.”
Us has reached out to Caldwell and Kendra and Joseph Duggar’s attorneys for comment.
Al Saulinewho serves as one of Joseph’s lawyers, said Us in a statement, “Mr. Duggar maintains the same presumption of innocence as any other person as guaranteed under our United States Constitution. It remains our primary goal to ensure that Mr.
As the investigation continues, both Kendra, 27, and Joseph’s parents spoke about the case, which made headlines across the country.
Within two weeks of Joseph’s arrest, Jim Bob Duggar again Michelle Duggar break their silence about their son’s legal problems.
“Jim Bob and Michelle are devastated by this situation,” said a spokesperson for the Duggar family. Us in the statement. “For now, they are focused on loving their family and helping Kendra and her children during this difficult time. They are praying for the victim, asking for some time alone and they appreciate the kind words and prayers offered by many.”
On April 15, Kendra’s family he spoke for the first time on social media they said they are “concerned and saddened by the act allegedly committed by our son-in-law.”
“We are heartbroken for the little girl, a child who was brave in every way to tell her truth. We stand by her, in support and prayer, and will continue to do so,” the statement read. Instagram. “Our love for this child is at the forefront of our family’s priorities and thoughts. We are proud of her for being strong enough to express her story while also maintaining her identity and happiness.”
If you or someone you know has been sexually abused, contact National Sexual Assault Number at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673). If you or someone you know is experiencing child abuse, call or text Children’s Helpline at 1-800-422-4453.
