The Hemet community is shaken after the recent arrests of a local religious leader and another man on murder charges. Darryl Martin, the head of His Way Spirit Led Assemblies, and Rudy Moreno were taken into custody on Thursday. Their arrest follows a lengthy investigation into the disappearance of two individuals and the tragic death of a young boy.
Background of the Case
The probe into this disturbing situation began more than four months ago. In June 2023, the Redlands police executed a search warrant at a residence on Pleasant Street in Hemet. This search was part of an investigation into the disappearance of Emilio Salem Ghanem, a former member of His Way Spirit Led Assemblies.
Ghanem was last seen after a meeting at a coffee shop in Redlands. He had recently distanced himself from the religious group when he vanished. The ongoing investigation has raised concerns about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance.
Recent Developments
On Thursday morning, the police arrested Darryl Martin and Rudy Moreno at the same location linked to the religious organization. Moreno, 43, is facing not only murder charges but also various weapons violations. Martin has also been charged with murder.
Previous Cases Linked to the Organization
- Emilio Salem Ghanem: Missing individual last seen in 2023.
- Child Death Case: A 4-year-old boy was found deceased in Colton, reportedly in custody of members from His Way Spirit Led Assemblies.
- Previous Missing Person: Another member went missing in Claremont in 2019.
In the past, the Colton Police sought involuntary manslaughter charges against Darryl and Kat Martin for child neglect. Their failure to provide medical assistance ultimately resulted in the child’s death from appendicitis. However, these charges were not filed due to insufficient evidence.
Conclusion
The arrests of Darryl Martin and Rudy Moreno have raised numerous questions within the community. As the investigation into these serious allegations continues, the public awaits further updates on these troubling events involving His Way Spirit Led Assemblies.
