NEWARK, N.J. (1010 WINS) — A 75-year-old gospel singer from Newark has been charged with criminal sexual contact, unlicensed practice of medicine and luring of an adult, the Essex County Prosecutor's Office said Thursday.
Albert J. Lewis is accused of telling a 41-year-old Congolese national that he could get him a job with New Jersey Transit, then telling him to go to a specific address, which was later determined to be Lewis' home, for more information.
Prosecutors allege the defendant then informed the victim that he would have to undergo a physical examination to ensure his suitability for the position.
Officials allege that as part of the purported physical examination, the defendant allegedly instructed the victim to disrobe and then allegedly proceeded to commit an act of criminal sexual contact upon the victim.
The victim eventually reported the incident to authorities and Lewis was arrested on Tuesday without incident at his home.
He was charged with third and fourth-degree offenses and is set to be released pending trial under the supervision of the Essex County Pretrial Services department.
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