Man accused of sexual assault from 1989-1992 while leading Boy Scouts

Gary Matta, 66, was arrested in his home last Thursday, according to officials.
Sunday, April 23, 2023
NEWARK, Delaware (WPVI) -- Officers in Newark, Delaware arrested a former Boy Scouts leader who was connected with sexual abuse within the organization across the country.

Gary Matta, 66, was arrested in his home last Thursday, according to officials.
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Matta was charged with serial sexual abuse.

A male victim claims Matta sexually assaulted him between 1989 and 1992, while the victim was a young teenager.
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A preliminary hearing in this case is scheduled for May 1.
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