Crystal Lake, Illinois - Former McHenry County Youth Orchestra and Academy Instructor Kenneth Kang Accused of Sexually Abusing 5

5 Accuse McHenry County Cello Instructor Kenneth Kang of Sexual Abuse

A fifth person has come forward to accuse former Crystal Lake music instructor Kenneth Kang of sexual abuse.

Kang was first arrested in December of 2018 for allegedly having sexual contact with a girl who was between the ages of 14 and 17. He was charged with four counts of aggravated sexual abuse in that case. During the investigation into that first allegation, officers found three other alleged victims.

Kang was arrested again on Wednesday, September 25 on new sexual assault charges which date back to 2015. In this new case, he has been charged with 10 counts of criminal sexual assault of a minor for alleged abuse from September to December of 2015. The victim in this case is between the ages of 13 and 18.

At the time of his first arrest, Kang was teaching cello lessons at the McHenry County Youth Orchestra and Academy. Following that arrest, he was barred from teaching lessons. He also previously worked as an adjunct faculty member at McHenry County College.

Kang was free on bond at the time of his arrest on Wednesday morning. As of Monday evening, he remained at the McHenry County Jail on a $250,000 bond.

What Are the Legal Options for Victims of Sexual Abuse by Music Instructors?

Attorney contributor Guy D'Andrea represents victims of sexual abuse in civil lawsuits against their abusers and negligent third parties. Jeff has some general information to share regarding the legal options of those who have been sexually abused by music instructors:

In many cases of sexual abuse, the abuser is someone who was close to the victim and in a trusted position – such as a music instructor. Survivors of sexual abuse deserve justice, and this justice can be found in both criminal and civil courts. Reporting the abuse to law enforcement is important, but in many cases, victims may have further legal options by filing civil lawsuits.

Depending on the circumstances of the case, the victim and their family may have grounds for a lawsuit against the abuser or against a negligent third party that failed to prevent the abuse – such as the abuser’s employer. For example, an employer could be sued if their negligence allowed the abuse to occur – such as failure to run a background check.

If you or a loved one is a survivor of sexual abuse, you can learn more about your legal rights by discussing your case with an experienced sex abuse victims attorney in a free consultation.

Sources:

https://www.nwherald.com/2019/09/30/5th-person-alleges-sex-assault-abuse-by-former-crystal-lake-music-instructor/aj7nk9a/

https://www.nwherald.com/2018/11/30/man-who-taught-private-music-lessons-in-crystal-lake-accused-of-sexual-abuse/a9fbx8g/