On Thursday morning, San Bernardino County Sheriff's Deputies took into custody 51-year-old Benjamin Garcia of San Bernardino after an investigation into allegations of lewd acts involving a minor under 14 years old. Deputies arrested Garcia as he left his home in the 18000 block of Santa Fe Avenue. According to the official report released by the San Bernardino Sheriff-Coroner Department, the arrest occurred at approximately 6:21 a.m. on Thursday.
Investigators have determined that the suspect, Garcia, sexually assaulted a 10-year-old girl who was acquainted with him. A search warrant executed at his residence led to the discovery of evidence supporting the allegations. Garcia now faces serious charges and was booked into the Central Detention Center with bail set at a staggering $1,000,000.00.
Details about the case are still developing, and authorities have not disclosed the identity of the young victim, emphasizing the need to protect her privacy and well-being during these grave proceedings. The reported information, available on the Sheriff's Department website, includes a request for additional witnesses or individuals with further knowledge about this case to come forward. Deputy M. Solano of the Central Station is handling inquiries, and information can be shared anonymously through the We-Tip Hotline or their website, for those preferring to retain their anonymity.
