A licensed massage therapist, Dominique “Dom” Kossally, has been sentenced to 11.5 to 23 months in jail for indecent contact with a female client at a spa in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. The sentencing, which took place in Montgomery County Court, came after Kossally was found guilty of aggravated indecent assault and indecent assault following an incident on September 14, 2023, at Spavia spa.
During the court proceedings, Kossally, 34, maintained his innocence, asserting that he had no prior criminal record and had worked as a massage therapist for ten years without any complaints. He addressed the judge, stating, “I didn’t do this. I lived my life respecting everyone I came across.” Kossally’s defense highlighted his commitment to the profession and the dangers men face in such roles, arguing that the accusations were damaging to his reputation.
Judge Thomas M. DelRicci emphasized the importance of the jury’s verdict, which came after seven hours of deliberation. He acknowledged Kossally’s support from family and friends, who filled the courtroom, but underscored that “good people sometimes do bad things.” He imposed a sentence that fell within the mitigated range of state guidelines, rejecting a request from prosecutors for a longer prison term of three to ten years.
In addition to his jail time, Kossally will serve five years of probation following his release, during which he will be under the supervision of a sex offender registration program. This requirement stems from Pennsylvania’s Sexual Offender Registration and Notification Act, which mandates that individuals convicted of certain offenses report their addresses to state police.
The case arose when a complaint was filed with the Pennsylvania Department of State, alleging that Kossally had inappropriately touched a female client during a massage session. The victim reported that Kossally made indecent contact and subsequently offered her additional services after the incident. Following the allegation, he was terminated from his position at Spavia.
Senior Deputy Attorney General Thomas Ost-Prisco argued for a more severe sentence, stating that Kossally had abused the trust of the victim, who is in a vulnerable position during a massage. Ost-Prisco noted that until Kossally acknowledges the gravity of his actions, he remains a potential danger to society. The victim did not attend the sentencing but submitted a written impact statement that was delivered to the judge.
Kossally’s defense attorney, Scott McIntosh, requested a mitigated sentence, highlighting his client’s clean record. McIntosh noted that Kossally was taken aback by the allegations and asserted his innocence, indicating plans to appeal the conviction.
The emotional weight of the case was evident, with Kossally’s mother pleading for leniency during the sentencing. She described her son as a good person who did not deserve to be in such a situation. Kossally’s father echoed similar sentiments, stating that his son chose to go to trial to prove his innocence rather than accept a plea deal.
As Kossally begins his sentence, the judge’s remarks reflect a complex balance between community support and the seriousness of the charges. DelRicci reiterated that the legal system must uphold justice while recognizing the human elements involved.