Homepage > Pittsburgh News

Minister/Reporter Allegedly Fondles Woman Under Hypnosis

POSTED: 10:59 am EDT October 26, 2004
UPDATED: 6:55 pm EDT October 26, 2004

A Braddock pastor was allegedly caught on tape by a Monroeville woman who suspected he was fondling her during home counseling sessions.

Brown

The Rev. Charles Brown, of Potter's House Ministries, was arrested Monday for an alleged incident at a 28-year-old woman's apartment in Cambridge Square.

The woman told Monroeville police that Brown, 33, of Penn Hills, used hypnosis during some of their meetings. She set up a video camera to record one session in June, and the tape shows Brown kissing and fondling her while she is apparently in an altered state, according to police.

The bishop at Potter's House said Brown's resignation has been requested.

Brown covers eastern suburbs as a beat reporter for the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. The paper says he is being suspended with pay while the allegations are reviewed.

Brown is charged with indecent assault. He is being held in the Allegheny County Jail on $50,000 bond.

WTAE-TV Pittsburgh on Facebook

Links We Like

Before you splurge on that pricey remodeling project, beware. It may not pay you back when it's time to sell. More

Employers generally have options when it comes to hiring. Makes sure you present yourself as professionally as possible, or else. More

Want to lose weight? Get a diet and fitness plan customized for you from Jillian Michaels of TV’s Biggest Loser. MoreClick Here

The signs of Cancer can sometimes be very subtle. Here's a guide to help you recognize them early. More

Consumer Info


Sponsored Content Provided by ARA

Sponsored Links