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.

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Sunday, April 23, 2023
Former Boy Scouts leader arrested in Delaware for serial sexual abuse
Former Boy Scouts leader arrested in Delaware for serial sexual abuse

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.

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.

A preliminary hearing in this case is scheduled for May 1.