Long Island Pastor Arrested for Alleged Sexual Abuse of Teen

Clinton Bucknor, 71, faces multiple charges after accusations surface of abusing a 15-year-old girl in a church basement.

Clinton Bucknor, a pastor at Huntington Seventh-Day Adventist Church, was arrested following allegations of sexual misconduct.
The abuse reportedly occurred in March in the church’s basement, involving inappropriate texts and photos sent to the victim.
The incident came to light after the victim’s sister contacted police, leading to Bucknor’s arrest and charges including sexual abuse and endangering the welfare of a child.
Bucknor is scheduled for arraignment at First District Court in Central Islip.
Authorities encourage anyone with additional information or claims to come forward.