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Acupunture shop owner in Montgomery County charged with sexual offense | Acupunture shop owner in Montgomery County charged with sexual offense |
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An acupuncturist was arrested and charged with a sexual offense for inappropriately touching a woman at a shop in Poolesville, Md. | An acupuncturist was arrested and charged with a sexual offense for inappropriately touching a woman at a shop in Poolesville, Md. |
Montgomery County Police said the incident happened in late August 2019, and the victim reported it in early February to authorities. | Montgomery County Police said the incident happened in late August 2019, and the victim reported it in early February to authorities. |
Police said the woman went to an appointment at Acupuncture Cure on Fisher Avenue and was told to “remove her clothing (except for her underwear)” and put on a medical gown. While on the table, police said Sang Kim, 50, who owns the shop, “touched the victim inappropriately and without her consent.” | |
Officers interviewed Kim on Feb. 15, and he was arrested and charged on Feb. 16. He faces a charge of a fourth-degree sexual offense. | Officers interviewed Kim on Feb. 15, and he was arrested and charged on Feb. 16. He faces a charge of a fourth-degree sexual offense. |
It was not immediately clear whether Kim has a lawyer. | |
Authorities said anyone who thinks they may have been a victim of Kim’s should call them at 240-773-5700. | Authorities said anyone who thinks they may have been a victim of Kim’s should call them at 240-773-5700. |
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