Aide to Sen. Ayotte caught in prostitution ring, resigns

Sen. Kelly Ayotte’s state director was caught in a prostitution ring on Friday night and resigned the next day, according to the New Hampshire Republican’s office.

David Wihby, 62, was arrested in Nashua on a misdemeanor charge for solicitation of prostitution and has resigned, Ayotte said in a statement on Saturday night.

“I am shocked and deeply saddened that David Wihby, my state director and a friend for many years, has been arrested under these circumstances,” the senator said. “David obviously cannot continue his duties, and I have accepted his resignation. This is a very difficult time, and my thoughts and prayers are with everyone involved.”