Youth Ministry Director Accused of Sexually Abusing Girl Makes First Court Appearance

By Brandon Doyen
WABI
May 2, 2016

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A Youth Pastor in Canaan charged with unlawful sexual contact made his first court appearance today in Augusta. Lucas Savage, 37, of Clinton is accused of sexually abusing a young girl.

He was arrested last month. Savage is the Director of Ministries for the Youth Haven Ministry.

According to court documents, the abuse took place at his home, sometimes with his wife present. The documents also mention the possibility of other victims.

Savage is free on bail. Today the judge amended Savage’s bail conditions because he has a child on the way.

“You’ll have no contact, direct or indirect, with any children under 16 except for your newborn child. Has that child been born yet?” asked the judge.

“No, not yet,” replied Savage.

When the child is born, Savage is required to be supervised while in his/her presence.

Savage is due back in court in July.