Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar have broken their silence after their son Joseph Duggar was arrested and accused of molesting a child.
A spokesperson for the former stars of TLC's "19 Kids and Counting" told USA TODAY in a statement that "Jim Bob and Michelle are heartbroken over this entire situation."
"Right now, they are focused on loving their family and helping Kendra and her children during this difficult time. They are praying for the victim," the statement continued. "They ask for privacy and appreciate the kind words and prayers offered by so many."
Here's what to know.
On March 17, Joseph Duggar, 31, was arrested and charged with lewd and lascivious behavior after being accused of molesting a 9-year-old girl in Panama City Beach, Florida, in 2020, the Bay County Sheriff's Office announced.
