The revelations led the reality show's network TLC to cancel the show.
I acted inexcusably for which I am extremely sorry and deeply regret. I hurt others, including my family and close friends, Josh Duggar said in a statement at the time.
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It took Jim Bob Duggar more than a year to report his son's actions to the authorities, according to a police report.
Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar.
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A 2006 police report obtained by In Touch magazine in 2015 indicated that Jim Bob first became aware of accusations against his son in 2002, and further accusations were made in 2003.