April 18, 2024

Care program supervisor takes deal in sex exploitation case

DAVENPORT — A man accused of sex abuse and sexual exploitation while supervising a care program in Davenport has taken a plea deal.

Scott County District Court records say 63-year-old Bruce Enger pleaded guilty Thursday to sexual exploitation by a counselor or therapist. Two counts of sexual abuse will be dismissed in return for his plea. Enger’s sentencing is scheduled for Dec. 20.

The records say the person involved has been a client of REM Iowa for six years. REM Iowa serves adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Enger’s responsibilities including supervising the residence in which the person lived.