Samuel Bateman, a self-proclaimed prophet of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, is serving a 50-year sentence for taking 20 wives, including minors. His influence remains strong even from prison, where he conducts daily phone calls with his followers, reinforcing his status as a 'martyr'. Bateman's rise followed the imprisonment of former leader Warren Jeffs, after which he declared himself a prophet, manipulating followers into offering their daughters as wives. His abusive practices included coercing minors into sexual acts and orchestrating a kidnapping plot to retrieve girls from protective custody. Recently, Bateman was accused of using jail phones to engage in explicit conversations with minors, despite restrictions on his communication. In December 2024, he received a life sentence due to the severity of his crimes. Seven of his adult wives have also faced legal consequences for their involvement in the abuse and obstruction of justice. Experts warn that Bateman's ongoing communication with his followers perpetuates their indoctrination, making their eventual liberation challenging but essential for their recovery.