was a Mormon church member; accused of sexual abuse

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Summary

12/18/87

California

LDS Larry Van Dyke accused of child abuse “based upon substantial evidence submitted
to this council…. all information has been reported by this council to the Child Protective
Services, attention Carol Kearl.” “Since Troop 203 is sponsored by the Latter Day Saints
Church, a Dr. Bill Tanner, member of our Board of Directors, Vice Chairman of the Council,
and President of the L.A. Stake has also been notified.” Letter from Richard B. Frans

Director of Field Service BSAto Mr. Paul Ernst National Council Registration Service.

Sources

  1. Larry Van Dyke - Perversion Files -
    view source details | 18 Dec 1987 | LA Times

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