Monterey doctor arrested and charged with sexual exploitation of a patient
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV)- The Monterey Police Department arrested and charged a Monterey doctor for engaging in sexual acts with a patient on multiple occasions.
In May of 2023, Monterey Police detectives received a report of Dr. Harvey Kryger having engaged in multiple sex acts with a patient on the 1000 block of Cass Street. The victim reported the incidents, said police.
The 77-year-old, Carmel Valley resident has been a doctor for 45 years, says police. Due to the length of time, Monterey Police believe there could be additional victims.
On July 12, 2023, police were granted a warrant and arrested Kryger at his home for violation of California Business and Professions Code (BP) 729(a) – Sexual Exploitation by a Physician.
He was taken and booked into Monterey County Jail. He was later released with a Notice to Appear.
Anyone with information on this case is encouraged to contact Lieutenant Jake Pinkas at 831-646-3816 or pinkas@monterey.org To remain anonymous call (831) 646-3840.
