Netflix's 'Outlast' Winner Arrested on Criminal Charges

Paul Preece Jr., winner of Netflix's "Outlast," has been arrested in Tennessee on criminal charges including rape of a child and aggravated sexual battery.

Paul Preece Jr., the winner of the inaugural season of Netflix's survival competition series "Outlast," has been arrested in Tennessee on criminal charges.

Preece was taken into custody in Knox County on March 6. He faces charges including rape of a child, aggravated sexual battery, and attempted rape of a child. These charges stem from a capias warrant. Specific details regarding the allegations have not been publicly disclosed.

Background on 'Outlast'

In 2023, Preece participated in "Outlast," a show where contestants compete to survive in the Alaskan wilderness for a cash prize. He shared the $1 million prize with fellow participants Seth Lueker and Nick Radner from Charlie Camp.