KINGS MOUNTAIN, N.C. — A self-proclaimed “medicine man” from Kings Mountain whom Channel 9 has covered for months pleaded guilty Wednesday.
Under a plea agreement, Reuben Dehaan pleaded guilty to evading taxes and possessing illegal firearms.
Past coverage:
- Self-proclaimed 'Medicine Man' faces judge in federal court
- 'Medicine Man' found with bunker, arsenal of guns was a 'prepper,' attorney says
- 'Medicine man' not required to be licensed in North Carolina
After his arrest in April, investigators discovered a large underground bunker on his property.
Investigators said he claimed to be a minister so he didn't have to pay income taxes.
Dehaan is awaiting sentencing and facing possible prison time.
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