Date: 11-01-2024

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United States of America v. Edward Decker

Case Number: 2:23-CR-257

Judge: Nitza I. Quiñones Alejandro

Court: The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia County)

Plaintiff's Attorney: The States United Attorney’s Office in Philadelphia

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with Abusive Sexual Contact on an Aircraft
West Chester Man Sentenced for Abusive Sexual Contact on an Aircraft

Edward Decker, age 45, of West-Chester, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty to that offense in May of this year abusive sexual contact on an aircraft in violation of 49 U.S.C. 46505.

On July 29, 2022, while on board an American Airlines flight from San Diego, California, to Philadelphia, Decker intentionally touched the thigh and breast of a minor while she was sleeping. The victim woke up from her sleep on this overnight flight to find Decker, who was seated in her row, with his hands and face under her clothes and on her body.

“Edward Decker’s actions on that plane are profoundly disturbing,” said U.S. Attorney Romero. “There’s no excuse for touching anyone in a sexual manner without their consent — let alone a sleeping underage stranger. The victim in this case has shown remarkable courage throughout this entire process. My office and the FBI will continue to seek justice for victims of crimes within our jurisdiction, whether committed on the street or on a flight thousands of feet above.”

“Every person has an expectation of and, indeed, the right to fly on a U.S. aircraft without being abusively sexually contacted,” said Wayne A. Jacobs, Special Agent in Charge of FBI Philadelphia. “Our office and the U.S. Attorney’s Office will continue to ensure both that victims of such crimes are supported and that those who commit such crimes are held accountable. We also thank our partners at the Philadelphia International Airport for their assistance in this case.”

The case was investigated by the FBI and is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Josh A. Davison.

Outcome:

Defendant was found guilty and sentenced to six months’ imprisonment, one year of supervised release, and $4,000 in restitution for

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