HOBOKEN — Police arrested two men for separate cases of lewdness that alleged took place in Hoboken between June 26 and July 24 when the men allegedly masturbated in front of women in the area.
Hoboken resident Gary Capone, age 33, allegedly exposed himself and masturbated in front of females ages 14 to 35 years of age, according to a police press release. He was charged with five counts of lewdness, one count of criminal sexual contact, and one count of endangering the welfare of a child.
The release said that the women were able to describe the suspect, and police spent several days canvassing the area and following leads. The release also said he’s a chef at a local restaurant.
Bail was set for $9,000 and he was transported to central judiciary processing for his first appearance in court.
The detectives on the case were Adam Colon, Edward Lepre, and Arturo Gonzalez.
The second man accused is a 40-year-old resident of Fairview named David Lorente. Lorente allegedly approached a victim during the late night hours and “asked victim about engaging in sexual activities with him. The defendant [allegedly] began to expose his intimate parts and mastrubate.” When the victim called the police assailant fled the scene.
He was charged with a count of lewdness. He was released on a bail of $2,000 with the option of a 10 percent down payment.
The detectives on the case were David Dimartino, Robert Roman, and Sgt. William Vera.
Captain Charles Campbell credited the Investigative Bureau for bringing a timely resolution to the investigations.
Police arrest two men on lewdness charges in Hoboken this week
