Joshua S. Levy, U.S. Attorney | U.S. Attorney for the District of Massachusetts
A former employee of the Social Security Administration (SSA) has pleaded guilty to charges related to an attempt to induce a beneficiary into prostitution. Dae Sung Kim, 36, from Auburn, Massachusetts, admitted guilt to one count of attempting to persuade someone to travel across state lines for the purpose of engaging in prostitution. The plea was entered before U.S. District Court Judge Margaret R. Guzman, who scheduled sentencing for June 10, 2025.
Kim's legal troubles began with his arrest in October 2024 following a criminal complaint and subsequent formal charges filed in December 2024. The events leading up to these charges occurred in March 2024 when Kim dealt with an individual seeking benefits at the Gardner SSA field office. After directing her to another office closer to her home out of state, Kim contacted her using information from the SSA’s system.
According to reports, during a monitored call later that month, Kim proposed they "help each other out" by offering money in exchange for sex. He later suggested through text messages that she travel to Massachusetts for this purpose and offered $100 for sexual activities in a hotel parking lot car meeting.
Law enforcement confronted Kim at the designated meeting location in October 2024, leading to his arrest. The charge against him carries potential penalties including up to 20 years imprisonment, three years supervised release, and fines up to $250,000. Sentencing will be determined by federal guidelines and statutory considerations.
The case announcement came from United States Attorney Leah B. Foley and Amy Connelly from the SSA Office of Inspector General's Boston Field Division. Homeland Security Investigations along with Fitchburg and Gardner Police Departments contributed significantly during the investigation process. Prosecutors include Assistant U.S. Attorney Brendan D. O’Shea and Special Assistant U.S. Attorney James J. Nagelberg.