Former Adelaide pastor arrested in US for child abuse images

Daniel Menelaou, a former youth pastor from Futures Church in Adelaide, was arrested in Atlanta, Georgia, for allegedly possessing child sexual abuse material. He reportedly sent videos on the social media platform Kik between July 2024 and January 2025. Police executed a search warrant at Menelaou's home on March 11, seizing several electronic devices. He faces six counts of possession of child sexual abuse material, and the investigation is ongoing, with potential for additional charges. Futures Church condemned the charges, stating they were unaware of any wrongdoing before the arrest. The church has terminated Menelaou's employment and emphasized its commitment to protecting children.