Chef Sentenced After Abuse Allegations | Des Moines News

A beloved Des Moines chef, Enosh Kelley, has been sentenced to ten years in prison after pleading guilty to sexually abusing his incapacitated partner. Once a James Beard semifinalist and restaurateur, Kelley’s life unraveled as victims’ accounts revealed years of abuse, harassment, and violations of court orders. Though he admitted to some misconduct, he denied others. The judge ruled no common-law marriage existed, triggering a mandatory felony sentence. Despite remorse and insight, Kelley faces a lifetime sex offender registry and no-contact order — while custody of their child remains in family court. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/97ef0d2dea280bf6