Bars from a prison jail cast a shadow on the floro.
Bars from a prison jail cast a shadow on the floro.

Bayonne Man Faces Multiple Charges Involving Sex Crimes Against Juveniles

Bayonne, NJ – The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office has announced the arrest of Anthony Lashley, 38, from Bayonne, on multiple charges related to sex crimes involving four female juvenile victims. The charges include aggravated sexual assault, sexual assault, sexual assault by contact, criminal sexual contact, and endangering the welfare of a child.

The alleged crimes, occurring between 2017 and 2024, took place in Jersey City and Bayonne, involving victims all under the age of 18. Lashley’s initial arrest occurred on February 22, involving two of the victims, and subsequent charges were added on April 9 after two more victims were identified. Lashley is currently held at the Hudson County Correctional Facility.

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