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Author: MTN News<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trigger warnings: graphic descriptions of child sexual abuse<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read the full article here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

John Wesley Whiteside, age 26, was charged with multiple counts of sexual abuse involving minors while employed at Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch, a residential psychiatric facility for youth. He worked at the facility for about one month in spring 2025. The investigation began when a resident disclosed his alleged behavior to a therapist. Three residents later came forward with additional allegations. Whiteside has pleaded not guilty and is being held on $100,000 bail. His next court appearance is scheduled for September 29. This marks the second time in 2025 that a Yellowstone staff member has been charged with sexually abusing residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additional Coverage:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

KULR 8<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Billings Gazette<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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