Danning Lake, Abusive Sexual Contact, New York 2024

State: New York
Category: Sex Crimes
Source: <a href="https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndny/pr/scotia-man-sentenced-groping-nursing-student-stratton-va" style="color:#cc0000;" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">DOJ Press Release ÃƒÂ¢Ã¢â‚¬Â Ã¢â‚¬â€

A shocking incident of abusive sexual contact has come to light at the Stratton VA Medical Center in Stratton, New York. Danning Lake, age 87, of Scotia, New York, has been sentenced to 1 year of probation for his heinous crime.

On February 29, 2024, Lake committed the atrocious act by grabbing the breast of a nursing student as she was giving him care. He then brazenly asked the student nurse, “did you like that?” and told her “they feel nice.” When questioned by a Veterans Affairs Police Officer, Lake shamelessly stated that he would do the same thing again if he had the opportunity.

Lake acknowledged that his mental status was not altered by medication, age, or illness and that he groped the nursing student for his own sexual gratification. As a result of this conviction, Lake must register as a sex offender.

The Department of Veterans Affairs Police Department and Office of Inspector General investigated the case, which Assistant U.S. Attorneys Jonathan S. Reiner and Tamara B. Thomson prosecuted.

The case highlights the vulnerability of healthcare workers, particularly nursing students, who are often subjected to harassment and abuse in the workplace. It is the responsibility of medical institutions to ensure a safe and respectful environment for their staff.

Stratton, New York, February 29, 2024, was the date of the crime. The defendant, Danning Lake, must serve 1 year of probation as a result of this conviction.

Lake was sentenced to 1 year of probation for abusive sexual contact, a serious offense that carries significant consequences. As a registered sex offender, Lake will be required to adhere to strict guidelines and regulations to prevent further harm to society.

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