Two Georgia men received 100-year sentences for crimes against their adopted sons. William and Zachary Zulock pleaded guilty to multiple felony charges involving two brothers adopted through a Christian organization. The case, uncovered through digital evidence and surveillance footage, led to their arrest in 2022 following a tip to authorities.
A Georgia court has sentenced William Zulock, 34, and Zachary Zulock, 36, to 100 years in prison without possibility of parole for crimes against their adopted children. The ruling was announced by the Walton County District Attorney's office.
The couple pleaded guilty to multiple felony charges, including aggravated child molestation and sexual exploitation of children. The crimes involved two brothers, now aged 12 and 10, whom they had adopted through a Christian special-needs organization in 2018. District Attorney Randy McGinley described the case as particularly severe, noting the defendants "created a house of horrors." The investigation began after authorities received a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children regarding suspicious online activity traced to a Walton County address.
Law enforcement discovered extensive digital evidence during their investigation, including surveillance footage and electronic communications. The case also revealed connections to a broader network of abuse, which came to light when another individual provided information to investigators.
Notably, Zachary Zulock had faced similar accusations in 2011, though those charges were not pursued at the time. The couple, who lived in an affluent Atlanta suburb, maintained outward appearances of normalcy - Zachary worked in banking while William held a government position.
The District Attorney praised the resilience of the victims, stating that their strength throughout the two-year legal process was "truly inspiring."
