Press Release: Arrest Made in Splash Montana Incident
MISSOULA — The Missoula Police Department has arrested a man in connection with an inappropriate incident involving a young girl at Splash Montana. On [Date], an 11-year-old girl reported to a lifeguard that a 43-year-old man, identified as Jeremy Benham, had inappropriately touched her while she was in the pool.
According to the police report, the girl stated that Benham rubbed her thigh and grabbed her buttocks as she exited the water. Prompt action by the girl and her friend led to immediate notification of a lifeguard, who then contacted law enforcement.
Officers conducted an on-site investigation followed by interviews with all involved parties. After coordinating with the Missoula County Attorney’s Office, detectives determined there was probable cause to charge Benham with one count of Sexual Assault under Montana Code Annotated 45-5-502.
This charge applies when sexual contact occurs without consent, especially when the victim is under 16 and the suspect is three or more years older. The Missoula Police Department commended the juveniles for their quick reporting, which facilitated the swift response from law enforcement. No further details are available at this time.
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