Minister accused of stealing $800,000 from First Baptist Church in Houston

HOUSTON, Texas -- A former minister is accused of stealing more than $800,000 from Houston's First Baptist Church over a six-year period.

Jerrell G. Altic, 40, allegedly embezzled the money during a six-year period that ended in November 2017.
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A Harris County grand jury indicted Altic, the Harris County District Attorney announced.
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Surrounded by the media outside the courtroom, Altic's attorney said, "He knew this day was coming. And he's sorry."

He is expected to turn himself in to authorities.