Elderly man arrested for prostitution

Elderly man arrested for prostitution - An elderly man was arrested for prostitution according to Iowa centerville police. A woman claims Ben Clifford Dawson, who is a candidate for public office , offered to perform sex acts on her in exchange for repayment of a loan .

Dawson speaks out on prostitution charge

Dawson, 83, allegedly grabbed the victim and began kissing her neck without consent. As a result, Dawson faces two aggravated misdemeanor charges: prostitution and intent to commit sexual abuse. He was released from the Appanoose County Jail after posting $2,000 bond.