The Walnut Creek Police announced Charges have been filed against a man arrested for lewd acts upon a child and attempted kidnapping.
On April 16, 2024, Walnut Creek Police Patrol Officers and Detectives arrested Marc Simon, a 27-year-old male from Walnut Creek, in connection with an attempted kidnapping of a child at the downtown library on North Broadway. The incident occurred on April 11, and officers and detectives were able to identify the suspect and arrest him.
The case was presented to the District Attorney’s Office and the above charges were filed against Simon. Simon remains in custody at the County Jail with a bail set at $2,000,000. Although Walnut Creek does not suspect there to be additional victims, they were releasing a photo of the suspect and asking the public to call us if you or someone you know has been victimized by him.
- Arrested: Marc Simon (27-year-old transient male from Walnut Creek)
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Charges:
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PC 288(a) – Two counts of lewd act upon a child,
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PC 664/207(b) – Attempted kidnapping for child molesting,
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PC 311.11(c)(1) – Possession of over 600 images of child pornography
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If you or someone you know has information about this case, we encourage you to contact the Walnut Creek Police Department at 925-943-5844 or call the Anonymous Tip Line at 925-943-5865.
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