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Former Democrat Mayor Indicted By Grand Jury, Accused Of S*xually Assaulting Child He Met Online
A former mayor and political candidate in New Jersey has been indicted by a grand jury for allegedly sexually assaulting a child he met online.
The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office announced on Friday that former Dumont Mayor Andrew LaBruno, 44, was indicted on multiple charges.
LaBruno was arrested last year after being accused of drugging and sexually assaulting the child.
Authorities Arrest Police Sergeant, Former Democrat Mayor For Alleged S*x Crimes Against Child He Met Online
News12 New Jersey shared further:
The Bergen County Prosecutors Office says Andrew LaBruno contacted a minor online and made arrangements to meet.
The sexual assault later took place at the victim’s home in Englewood, according to authorities.
In addition to his role as mayor, authorities say he served as police sergeant in Jersey City. He also ran for a seat in the state assembly.
LaBruno was indicted on charges of official misconduct, aggravated sexual assault, sexual assault, and endangering the welfare of a child.
The official misconduct charge was added after investigators determined he identified himself as a police officer to prevent his own apprehension.
More charged for former Dumont Andrew LaBruno who was on duty and in his police uniform during the incident and had the teen use amyl nitrate "poppers," an inhalant used for sexual activity, which made the victim dizzy
What an absolute scumbag https://t.co/PvUHsSn93i https://t.co/puFZnzxP4C pic.twitter.com/UmrO9jgHbw
— Wake Up NJ