Grand Jury INDICTS Democrat Former New Jersey Mayor and Police Sergeant for Drugging and Sexually Assaulting a Child He Met Online Andrew LaBruno, a former Democrat mayor of Dumont, NJ, and current Jersey City police sergeant, has been indicted on multiple felony counts, including official misconduct and aggravated sexual assault. He allegedly met a juvenile online, arranged a meeting at the child’s home, incapacitated them with an unknown substance, and proceeded with a sexual assault. Authorities were alerted by a 911 call, and evidence was recovered from the scene and the suspect.

• Andrew LaBruno, 44, faces charges including official misconduct, aggravated sexual assault, sexual assault, and endangering the welfare of a child.
• LaBruno allegedly initiated contact with a juvenile online and met them at their residence.
• He reportedly used an unknown substance to impair the victim before the alleged assault.
• A 911 call from a concerned citizen alerted authorities.
• LaBruno identified himself as a police officer during the encounter to hinder apprehension, leading to an official misconduct charge.
• He has been suspended without pay and pleaded not guilty to initial charges.