After many years of silence, I feel it is time to share my truth and take action. As a child, I was deeply harmed by someone who presented himself as a trusted figure in our community. This individual, who now appears to be operating as a rabbi, used his position to manipulate and harm me in ways that have left lasting scars. He provided me with drugs and took advantage of my vulnerability, subjecting me to abuse in private settings, including within the synagogue.

For years, I have carried this pain in silence, but I can no longer stand by while this individual continues to portray himself as someone trustworthy and virtuous. I am formally filing a complaint with the authorities and pursuing charges to hold him accountable. I also urge anyone else who may have been harmed by this individual to come forward and make their voices heard.

This step is not just for my own healing but to prevent further harm and to ensure that others are protected from similar experiences. It is never easy to speak out about such personal and painful matters, but I believe it is the right thing to do to seek justice and reveal the truth.