City Withdraws Representation in Lawsuit Alleging Sexual Abuse Against Former Mayor Eric Adams
Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration has decided to cease representing former Mayor Eric Adams in a lawsuit accusing Adams of sexually abusing an NYPD colleague over 30 years ago. Corporation Counsel Steve Banks stated that new evidence led to the determination that Adams was not acting within the scope of his official duties at the time of the alleged assault. The Law Department has requested permission to withdraw from representing the former Mayor.
A spokesperson for Mayor Mamdani clarified that the mayor was not involved in the decision made by Banks. Meanwhile, a spokesperson for Adams expressed confidence in the outcome of the case but refrained from commenting further on the ongoing litigation.
The lawsuit stems from an incident in 1993 involving Lorna Beach-Mathura and Eric Adams, both working for the NYPD at the time. Beach-Mathura alleges that Adams offered assistance with an employment issue before making unwanted sexual advances. Adams has denied the allegations, stating that he does not recall ever meeting Beach-Mathura and would never harm anyone in such a manner.
The lawsuit was filed under the 2022 Adult Survivors Act, which extends the statute of limitations for sexual abuse claims. The case continues to unfold as the City's Law Department seeks to withdraw its representation of Eric Adams.
In conclusion, Mayor Mamdani's administration has decided to stop representing former Mayor Eric Adams in a lawsuit alleging sexual abuse. The City's Law Department cited new evidence that led to the determination that Adams was not acting within his official duties at the time of the alleged assault. The case, filed under the 2022 Adult Survivors Act, remains ongoing as the City seeks to withdraw its representation.