Wade S. Christofferson Arrested as Allegations Surface against Brother of LDS Apostle. In a development rocking the Latter-day Saints community, Wade S. Christofferson—brother of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Apostle Todd Christofferson—was arrested on November 20, 2025, on suspicion of child sexual abuse. The 72-year-old was booked into the Salt Lake County Jail and is now facing potential federal charges.
According to independent journalism outlet FLOODLIT, at least two separate individuals have come forward to report childhood abuse by Wade S. Christofferson.
The site states that one of the accusers identified Wade as their abuser during their younger years, while a second person confirmed the arrest.
Public records accessed by FLOODLIT reveal that Wade was booked under a “Federal Detainees – Interstate Agreement” case, implying possible cross-jurisdictional charges. Notably, his brother Todd Christofferson, an influential figure in the LDS First Presidency, has not been implicated in any wrongdoing, and there are no publicly confirmed allegations against him as of yet.
According to survivor advocacy group Relentless Hope, this is not the first time Wade S. Christofferson has drawn scrutiny. The organization claims he may have as many as seven alleged victims, stretching back several decades to his time in Illinois and Ohio. They say he was once excommunicated from the LDS Church amid earlier accusations, only to be later rebaptized and return to active service in various church positions.
The news has elicited strong reaction within Mormon and ex-Mormon online communities. Some members express surprise that the case hasn’t garnered broader media coverage. On platforms such as Reddit, users note the absence of mainstream reports from major outlets like The Salt Lake Tribune or Deseret News, even though jail roster records appear to confirm Wade’s arrest. Others call for accountability, saying that Wade’s familial connection to a top LDS leader raises moral and institutional questions.
At this stage, the allegations remain just that—allegations. There is no indication yet from law enforcement or the LDS Church of a public statement in response to Wade S. Christofferson’s arrest. As investigations continue, advocates emphasize the importance of transparency and justice for those who have come forward.
