ELDORADO, Texas (AP) — Law enforcement officials peacefully gained access into a temple on the grounds of a polygamist compound in West Texas.
Prosecutor Allison Palmer says there were tense moments last night, but the situation remained calm.
The search is continuing today at the ranch in Eldorado. Followers of polygamist leader Warren Jeffs built a compound there on a former exotic game ranch.
Authorities first arrived at the ranch late Thursday after a report from a 16-year-old girl, who claimed physical abuse. Court paperwork indicates the girl was 15 when she gave birth to a child who is now 8-months-old.
No arrests have been made.
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