Soledad Man Arrested on August 11 Following Investigation Into Inappropriate Conduct Involving a Juvenile

Soledad, CA – On Sunday, July 19, 2026, the Soledad Police Department was notified of an

incident involving an 8-year-old female victim who reported that an adult male had engaged in

inappropriate sexual conduct in her presence.

Through investigation and multiple follow-ups, officers positively identified the suspect as 52-year-old Jeronimo Macias Rodriguez of Soledad. During the investigation, officers also

learned that Rodriguez may have had access to or contact with other female juveniles.

On Tuesday night, August 11, 2026, at approximately 6:49 p.m., officers with the Soledad Police

Department located and arrested Rodriguez near his residence in the 500 block of Front Street.

Rodriguez was subsequently booked into the Monterey County Jail on charges related to the

investigation.

Due to concerns that Rodriguez may have had contact with other juveniles, the Soledad Police

Department is asking for the community’s assistance. The Soledad Police Department

encourages anyone who may have had a similar experience, or who has concerns about someone

they know, to come forward and speak with us. Information can be shared anonymously through

WeTip at 1-800-782-7463 or directly with the Soledad Police Department at 831-223-5120

The Soledad Police Department’s Victim Assistance Advocate has assisted the victim and her

family providing support, services, and resources.

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