15 Apr 2015

Mayor in Guam arrested for alleged exposure

7:58 am on 15 April 2015

The mayor of Mangilao in Guam, Nito Blas, has been arrested for allegedly exposing himself to a community service worker at his office.

Guam's Pacific Daily News reports that the 78-year old was arrested on suspicion of harassment, official misconduct and indecent exposure, according to Guam Police

Speaking after his arrest, the mayor said he made a mistake and apologised for being "inappropriate" while procuring a massage from the woman to help a thigh injury.

Mr Blas said he was mistaken about what kind of massage she had agreed to.

Nito Blas, mayor of Mangilao in Guam.

Nito Blas, mayor of Mangilao in Guam. Photo: Guam Pacific Daily News