US EditionPhilly ward leader convicted of sexually assaulting a child resigns after campaign dustup involving DA Larry Krasner
- Stephen Jones, the Democratic leader of the 52nd Ward in West Philadelphia, resigned after being convicted of sexually assaulting a minor on February 10, 2025, and is scheduled for sentencing in May 2025.
- District Attorney Larry Krasner attended a political event alongside Jones, which sparked controversy due to Jones's recent conviction, prompting Krasner to call for Jones's resignation.
- Krasner's campaign stated that he was unaware of Jones's conviction until February 23, 2025, and denied claims of political endorsement or connection to Jones's case.
- Krasner stated that he was unaware of Jones' conviction when seeking the ward's endorsement, citing Jones’ common last name.
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Philly ward leader convicted of sexually assaulting a child resigns after campaign dustup involving DA Larry Krasner
A routine political meet-and-greet turned explosive when video surfaced on social media showing Larry Krasner in the same frame as Stephen Jones, who was convicted just two weeks ago.
·Philadelphia, United States
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Philly DA talks attending campaign event hosted by convicted child abuser
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner is commenting after he attended an event hosted by a former ward leader, who has been convicted of indecent assault of a child under the age of 13, on Saturday.
·Philadelphia, United States
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