FARMINGTON, Maine — A 27-year-old man was arrested on a gross sexual assault charge late last week, police said.
Josh Austin, 27, is being held at the Franklin County Jail, according to Farmington Police Detective Marc Bowering.
Bowering said the investigation leading up to Austin’s arrest lasted about three weeks. The victim, whose gender was not revealed, was under the age of 18, the detective said.
Bowering added Austin and the victim knew one another.
If convicted of the Class A felony charge, Bowering faces up to 30 years in prison.
To reach a sexual assault advocate, call the Statewide Sexual Assault Crisis and Support Line at 800-871-7741, TTY 888-458-5599. This free and confidential 24-hour service is accessible from anywhere in Maine. Calls are automatically routed to the closest sexual violence service provider.
