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Investigation leads to arrest of Benton man for sexual assault

A Benton man has been arrested for his involvement in a sexual assault incident that occurred in the area.

BENTON, Ark. — The Benton Police Department has now arrested a man for his involvement in a sex crime that was reported in the city.

According to reports, after an investigation was done, officers arrested 46-year-old Tim Steppach of Benton, and he now faces two counts of fourth-degree sexual assault. 

The investigation into the incident is still ongoing and more charges could be added.

Anyone who may have additional information regarding what happened, including anyone who could have non-reported encounters with Steppach is urged to contact Detective Wisenor at (501) 776-5947.

The investigation into this incident remains ongoing and we will update with more information as soon as it becomes available. 

Credit: Benton Police Department

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