Former Southern Minnesota Youth Pastor Arrested After Investigation In Steele County

A former youth pastor in Southern Minnesota has been arrested following an investigation into claims that he had an inappropriate relationship with a minor.

According to a news release from the Owatonna Police Department:

The Owatonna Police Department received a report of an inappropriate relationship between a former youth pastor and a juvenile on December 23, 2021.

On Tuesday, February 1, 2022, Sean Patrick Masopust was arrested at his home. He has been charged with fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct. This case is still under investigation. 

Masopust was an associate pastor at Northridge Church in Owatonna.