The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office arrested Christopher Keith Nichelson, 47, on Wednesday after receiving a tip about his whereabouts.

Nichelson, wanted in Mobile County on charges including sodomy, rape, and child sex abuse, was found living in a church in DeKalb County.

Sheriff's investigators located Nichelson in his vehicle at the church. He initially gave investigators a false name, "Kevin," but his identity was confirmed, leading to his arrest.

Authorities stated that the church was not involved in concealing Nichelson and cooperated fully with law enforcement. It was confirmed that Nichelson had no contact with children during his stay.

Nichelson will be extradited to Mobile County to face charges.

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