Sunday evening, just before 8:00pm September 6th, the Grants Pass Police responded to a report of a male subject at Riverside Park who attempted to grab an 11 year old girl while she was on a swing at the park. The male was reported to also be following the juvenile and her mother through the park, placing them in fear for their safety.
Officers arrived on scene and detained the male while the incident was investigated. At the conclusion of the investigation, Martin Brandon Lynch was arrested for Attempted Kidnapping in the Second Degree, Menacing, Harassment and Disorderly Conduct in the Second Degree. Lynch was lodged at the Josephine County Jail on all of the listed charges.
There have been several calls involving subjects following families in public locations. Based on the investigation, Lynch does not appear to be related to previous reported incidents occurring around local retail establishments.
The case will be referred to the Josephine County District Attorney for review and filing of charges.
