Chicago minister accused of sexually abusing 2 girls

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Thursday, July 23, 2026 1:18AM
Chicago minister accused of sexually abusing 2 girls
A Chicago minister is accused of sexually abusing two girls.
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CHICAGO (WLS) -- A Chicago minister is accused of sexually abusing two girls.

Bertin Salgado, 63, of Chicago is the minister at Iglesia Manantial de Vida on the South Side.

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He's charged with aggravated criminal sexual abuse of two family members under 18.

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Prosecutors say the abuse of one of the girls happened at the church; they said the other took place at his home.

A sign at the church said Salgado is pastor.

The church did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

This is a developing story; check back with ABC7 Chicago for updates.

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