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NewsKTLA 5October 25, 2026Los Angeles County

Santa Ana Police arrest Jaime Marin for alleged sexual assault and outstanding child sex offense warrant

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Santa Ana police arrested 38-year-old Jaime Marin after he allegedly entered his roommate's bedroom without permission and sexually assaulted her early Sunday morning. Investigators also discovered Marin had an active arrest warrant out of Tustin for separate sex-related offenses involving a child. He was booked into the Santa Ana Jail following the incident.

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Why It Matters

A local resident was subjected to an alleged sexual assault in a home on South Lowell Street, and an individual wanted on child sex offense warrants was taken off the streets by local law enforcement.

Key Facts

  • Santa Ana police officers responded to a home in the 2000 block of South Lowell Street at around 3:30 a.m. Sunday following a sexual assault report.
  • The suspect, 38-year-old Jaime Marin, lived in an accessory dwelling unit in the backyard of the property.
  • Police stated Marin entered his female roommate's bedroom without permission and sexually assaulted her.
  • Investigators discovered Marin had an outstanding arrest warrant out of Tustin for separate sex-related offenses involving a child.
  • Marin's outstanding warrant included allegations of lewd acts with a child, distribution of pornography, and child endangerment.
  • Marin was arrested and booked into the Santa Ana Jail.
  • The victim received care and was provided with support services and resources.

Who's Mentioned

OrganizationSanta Ana Police Department“Responded to the sexual assault report and arrested the suspect”OrganizationSanta Ana Jail“Facility where the suspect was booked”PersonJaime Marin“38-year-old suspect arrested for alleged sexual assault and outstanding warrant”locationTustin“Jurisdiction where Marin had an outstanding arrest warrant”locationSanta Ana“City where the alleged sexual assault and arrest occurred”locationSouth Lowell Street“Location of the home where the incident took place”