Jana Duggar is talking out as her brother Joseph Duggar‘s arrest sends shockwaves by way of the household and she or he says they by no means noticed it coming.
The “Counting On” alum took to Instagram Thursday, insisting the Duggars had “no prior knowledge” of the allegations earlier than they turned public.
“We are deeply saddened and heartbroken,” Jana wrote, describing the scenario as surprising and painful for your entire household.
She did not maintain again on the seriousness of the accusations both, including, “Our hearts are with the kid who has been harmed — this can be a grievous and unacceptable mistaken.”
As we reported … Joseph was arrested amid allegations of abuse involving a lady who was 9 years previous on the time of the alleged incident. He now faces a number of costs tied to alleged sexual misconduct with a minor and has pleaded not responsible. Joseph was launched from a Florida jail after posting $600K bail.
Jana’s sister Jill Duggar and her husband Derick Dillard beforehand mentioned they had been “shocked and heartbroken,” condemning abuse and expressing assist for the alleged sufferer.
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Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar mentioned they’re targeted on supporting the household, together with Joseph’s spouse, Kendra, and their kids … whereas praying for the sufferer.
Kendra has additionally been arrested on unrelated costs, including to the household’s mounting authorized points.
