A New Port Richey pastor who once wore a Pasco County deputy’s badge is now behind bars, accused of lewd and lascivious behavior involving minors. The arrest earlier this month has put his congregation under a harsh spotlight as investigators say the alleged misconduct stretches over several years and involves multiple juvenile victims. Detectives are still gathering evidence and working with prosecutors.
Arrest and investigation
Pasco deputies told WTSP that investigators reviewed reports alleging the pastor was inappropriate with four juvenile victims on different occasions between 2021 and 2026. The station identified the suspect as Angelo Musicaro and reported that he serves as pastor at Worship-Life Church. According to WTSP, Musicaro was booked in early April and remains in custody as the probe continues.
Pastor's role and church records
Public corporate filings show Worship-Life Church, Inc. is an active Florida nonprofit corporation that lists Angelo Musicaro as an officer and registered agent, with a principal address in New Port Richey. Those records are available through the state’s online database at the Florida Division of Corporations.
Booking and custody status
Online booking logs posted by the local site Mugshots.zone show a booking tied to Angelo Musicaro in early April, including a mugshot and booking date. The Pasco Sheriff's Office provides in-custody resources and contact lines for tips on its official site, the Pasco Sheriff's Office. Local booking records and the sheriff's office website list resources for inquiries.
What the charges mean
Under Florida law, lewd or lascivious conduct involving a person under 16 by an adult is a second-degree felony and is punishable under the state’s sentencing statutes. The statute that defines those offenses and the applicable penalties is set out in Florida Statute section 800.04, which prosecutors cite when pursuing such cases. Florida Statutes §800.04.
What comes next
Formal filings and any scheduled hearings will be posted by the Pasco County Clerk of the Circuit Court once charges are filed and dockets are opened. Members of the public with information about the case can monitor the clerk’s search tools and contact the sheriff’s office through its published tip and records pages. The Pasco County Clerk provides public access to case records as they become available.
