STRONG, Maine — A local man has been arrested in connection with the alleged sexual abuse of a minor, Franklin County Sheriff Scott Nichols said.

Michael Crandall, 54, was arrested Thursday following a joint investigation by Detective Ken Charles and the Department of Health and Human Services, Nichols said.

The age of the victim was not disclosed.

Crandall was arrested after detectives were able to obtain leads and conduct a polygraph examination. He is charged with sexual abuse of a minor, a Class C crime.

Crandall’s bail was set at $1,000 cash.

BDN sports freelancer Ryan McLaughlin grew up in Brewer and is a lifelong fan of the New England Patriots, Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics and Boston Bruins.

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