David John Keller

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1. Paradise man facing charges for allegedly sexually abusing young girl years ago, Cache Valley Daily, June 9, 2024.
2. Paradise man sentenced to prison for sexually abusing young girl years ago, KVNU, May 18, 2026.
3. STATE OF UTAH vs. DAVID JOHN KELLER CASE NUMBER 241100619 State Felony, Xchange Utah Court, May 31, 2024.

• 1. Paradise man facing charges for allegedly sexually abusing young girl years ago

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  LOGAN — A 54-year-old Paradise man has been arrested and charged with sexually abusing a young girl years ago, according to authorities. David John Keller was booked into the Cache County Jail, May 29, days after confessing the crimes to deputies.

  Keller was arraigned in Logan’s 1st District Court on May 31, appearing by video conference from jail. He was charged with seven counts of aggravated sexual abuse of a child, a first-degree felony.

  According to an arrest report, Keller called 911 dispatch operators on May 14, saying that he wanted to confess a crime that he had committed. He spoke with a Cache County Sheriff’s deputy, explaining how he molested and exposed himself to the child when she was between 9 and 11-years-old. The crimes reportedly took place between 2009 and 2011.

  Investigators later interviewed the alleged victim. She explained how she remembered multiple incidents when Keller molested and exposed himself to her. She said the incidents left her feeling fearful.

  The woman made a phone call to Keller that was recorded by law enforcement. During the conversation, she read a letter detailing the incidents. Keller allegedly admitted to the crimes during the call.

  According to court records, Keller is scheduled to appear again in court Monday, June 10. He is being held temporarily in jail and could face up to life in prison, if convicted.

• 2. Paradise man sentenced to prison for sexually abusing young girl years ago

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  LOGAN — A 56-year-old Paradise man is headed to prison after being convicted of sexually abusing a young girl years ago. David John Keller was sentenced to serve a term of 12 years to life after refusing to apologize or speak in court.

  Keller was sentenced May 13 in Logan’s 1st District Court. He previously accepted a plea deal, pleading no contest to two counts of aggravated sexual abuse of a child, amended to a second-degree felony.

  The plea meant he conceded the alleged charges occurred without admitting guilt or offering a defense. It is still viewed as a guilty plea in court.

  According to prosecutors, Keller called 911 dispatch operators on May 14, 2025, saying that he wanted to confess a crime that he had committed. He spoke with a Cache County sheriff’s deputy, explaining how he molested and exposed himself to the child when she was between 9 and 11 years old. The crimes reportedly took place between 2009 and 2011.

  Investigators later interviewed the victim. She explained how she remembered multiple incidents when Keller molested and exposed himself to her. She said the incidents left her feeling fearful.

  The woman made a phone call to Keller that was recorded by law enforcement. During the conversation, she read a letter detailing the incidents. Keller admitted to the crimes during the call.

  During Wednesday’s sentencing hearing, prosecutors expressed frustration with Keller’s lack of accountability in court and pleading no contest instead of guilty to the charges. “What Keller did behind closed doors was abhorrent and completely contradicted the person he pretended to be in the community,” said Cache County Deputy Attorney Mark Winkel. “I hope he one day will acknowledge his guilt to help the victim heal.”

  A statement from the victim was also read, describing her frustration with Keller’s refusal to admit in court what he did. “I deserve to have the truth of these crimes be acknowledged,” she wrote.

  Judge Angela Fonnesbeck asked Keller several times if he would like to address the court. Each time he refused, standing silently next to his attorney.

  Judge Fonnesbeck sentenced Keller to two consecutive terms of six years to life in prison. She expressed hope that he would someday realize the impact he had on the victim’s life. She also warned that his lack of accountability could impact how long before the parole board releases him.

• 3. STATE OF UTAH vs. DAVID JOHN KELLER CASE NUMBER 241100619 State Felony

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  FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT - LOGAN DISTRICT COURT
  CACHE COUNTY, STATE OF UTAH
  STATE OF UTAH vs. DAVID JOHN KELLER
  CASE NUMBER 241100619 State Felony

  CHARGES

  Charge 1 - 76-5-404.3 - AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ABUSE OF A CHILD - 1st Degree Felony(amended to) - 2nd Degree Felony
  Offense Date: June 01, 2009
  Location: Cache County
  Plea: February 02, 2026 No Contest
  Disposition: February 02, 2026 No Contest

  Charge 2 - 76-5-404.3 - AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ABUSE OF A CHILD - 1st Degree Felony(amended to) - 2nd Degree Felony
  Offense Date: June 01, 2009
  Location: Cache County
  Plea: February 02, 2026 No Contest
  Disposition: February 02, 2026 No Contest

  Charge 3 - 76-5-404.3 - AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ABUSE OF A CHILD - 1st Degree Felony
  Offense Date: June 01, 2009
  Location: Cache County
  Disposition: February 02, 2026 Dismissed (w/o prej)

  Charge 4 - 76-5-404.3 - AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ABUSE OF A CHILD - 1st Degree Felony
  Offense Date: June 01, 2009
  Location: Cache County
  Disposition: February 02, 2026 Dismissed (w/o prej)

  Charge 5 - 76-5-404.3 - AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ABUSE OF A CHILD - 1st Degree Felony
  Offense Date: June 01, 2009
  Location: Cache County
  Disposition: February 02, 2026 Dismissed (w/o prej)

  Charge 6 - 76-5-404.3 - AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ABUSE OF A CHILD - 1st Degree Felony
  Offense Date: June 01, 2009
  Location: Cache County
  Disposition: February 02, 2026 Dismissed (w/o prej)

  Charge 7 - 76-5-404.3 - AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ABUSE OF A CHILD - 1st Degree Felony
  Offense Date: June 01, 2009
  Location: Cache County
  Disposition: February 02, 2026 Dismissed (w/o prej)

  Charge 8 - 76-9-702.5(2)+(3A) - LEWDNESS INVOLVING A CHILD - Class AMisdemeanor
  Offense Date: June 01, 2009
  Location: Cache County
  Disposition: February 02, 2026 Dismissed (w/o prej)
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  Charge 9 - 76-9-702.5(2)+(3A) - LEWDNESS INVOLVING A CHILD - Class AMisdemeanor
  Offense Date: June 01, 2009
  Location: Cache County
  Disposition: February 02, 2026 Dismissed (w/o prej)

  HEARING
  Recorded by FTR.
  The parties have a brief conference in chambers prior to the hearing today regarding the Rule 11 binding agreement.

  The defendant will enter a no contest plea to amended counts 1 and 2, with the remaining counts to be dismissed.
  Mr. Winkel agrees and gives the factual basis.
  The defendant enters the no contest pleas and signs the statement of defendant.
  The Court accepts the no contest pleas finding them knowingly and voluntarily given today and dismisses the remaining counts. The Court strikes the current jury trial setting.
  PSI is to be prepared by AP&P. Sentencing is set for03/19/2026 @ 9:00 AM.
  In-person Appearance
  SENTENCING is scheduled.
  Date: 03/19/2026

  SENTENCE PRISON

  Based on the defendant's conviction of AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ABUSE OF A CHILD a 2nd Degree Felony, the defendant is sentenced to an indeterminate term from 6 to 15 years in the Utah State Prison.

  Based on the defendant's conviction of AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ABUSE OF A CHILD a 2nd Degree Felony, the defendant is sentenced to an indeterminate term from 6 to 15 years in the Utah State Prison.

  To the CACHE County Sheriff: The defendant is remanded to your custody for transportation to the Utah State Prison where the defendant will be confined.

  SENTENCE PRISON CONCURRENT/CONSECUTIVE NOTE
  The prison sentences are to run consecutive.
  Credit is granted for time served.
  Credit is granted for 715 day(s) previously served.