New York City seeks to stop defending former Mayor Eric Adams in sex assault suit

"As the record of this case has continued to develop, this Office has concluded that Mr. Adams was not acting within the scope of his City employment at the time. Based on my review of new evidence since the original decision to represent him was made, I have determined that he is not entitled to representation by the City in this matter."

"The suit brought by Lorna Beach-Mathura, who was a civilian employee of the Transit Police, alleges that her then-colleague Adams demanded oral sex in return for helping her get a promotion and exposed himself to her. Adams has denied the allegations."

New York City's Law Department filed to withdraw legal representation for former Mayor Eric Adams in a sexual assault suit filed by Lorna Beach-Mathura, a former Transit Police civilian employee. The suit alleges Adams demanded oral sex in exchange for a promotion and exposed himself to her in 1993. Initially, city lawyers determined Adams was eligible for representation based on facts known at that time. However, Corporation Counsel Steven Banks reviewed new evidence and concluded Adams was not acting within the scope of his city employment during the alleged incident. Banks stated the decision to withdraw was based on this newly discovered evidence, though specific details were not elaborated. Adams has denied all allegations and expressed confidence that facts will ultimately prevail.

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