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Man accused of decades-long child indecency; officials seeking more victims
By KRIV at FOX 26 Houston (KRIV)
· June 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Why this matters in The Pearland
The arrest of Leland Fleming on charges of Indecency to a Child has significant implications for the Pearland community, given the suspect's involvement in religious ministries, children's choirs, and homeschool groups. While the alleged abuse occurred in Montgomery County, it is possible that Fleming may have had connections to similar groups in Brazoria County, where Pearland is located. The fact that Fleming was able to allegedly abuse multiple victims over several years raises concerns about the potential for undetected abuse in local organizations that work with children. As the investigation continues, Pearland residents should be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is seeking additional information and encourages anyone with knowledge of Fleming's activities to come forward, a call to action that may also be relevant to Pearland residents who may have had interactions with the suspect.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? <p>A man was taken into Montgomery County custody after victims accused him of assaulting them decades ago.</p><h2>Montgomery County crime: Allegations of years-long assaults</h2><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/MCTXSheriff/posts/pfbid02hkYyCCPjfEqmb4YHmEffzZ2C7PzAGrHhHwEHaXhnje59rQCiWi22rU2V...
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