BENSALEM, PA — A 59-year-old business owner faces indecent assault and harassment charges after multiple employees accused him of years of inappropriate touching and sexual harassment at a Bucks County shop, Bensalem Police said Thursday.
Larry Ferreira, owner of Bagelocity Soup King, was charged following an investigation that began when a former employee reported ongoing workplace misconduct, according to the Bensalem Police Department.
Employees describe pattern of behavior
Detectives launched a follow-up investigation and interviewed several current and former employees, who described similar experiences involving Ferreira.
According to Bensalem Police, the allegations include inappropriate physical contact with female employees, sexually explicit communication via cellphone, and repeated verbal abuse.
Investigators say the reported behavior spanned several years and involved multiple workers at the business.
Police seek additional potential victims
The Bensalem Police Department is asking anyone with additional information—or anyone who believes they may have been victimized—to come forward.
Detectives provided a direct contact number, (215) 633-3719, for tips or reports related to the case.
Key Points
• 59-year-old Bagelocity Soup King owner charged in Bensalem
• Employees report years of alleged harassment and inappropriate contact
• Police ask potential victims to contact detectives as investigation continues
How the case developed
The investigation began with a complaint from a former employee who alleged ongoing harassment in the workplace.
That report prompted detectives to expand the inquiry, leading to interviews with others connected to the business. Police say those interviews revealed a consistent pattern of alleged misconduct.
No additional details about court appearances or legal representation were included in the department’s public statement.
Broader workplace concerns
Cases involving alleged workplace harassment and assault often rely on multiple witness accounts, particularly when patterns develop over time.
Authorities did not specify how many individuals reported misconduct but emphasized that multiple employees came forward with similar claims.
The charges announced—indecent assault and harassment—suggest both physical and verbal allegations are part of the case.
What happens next
Bensalem Police have not released further details about the status of Ferreira’s custody or upcoming court proceedings.
The investigation remains active, and officials say additional charges could be possible if more victims come forward.
The case is ongoing as detectives continue to gather information.
