Man Arrested in Child Sex Assault Case

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GRAND JUNCTION, CO — A 50-year-old Grand Junction man was arrested Wednesday on two felony counts of sexual assault on a child by a person in a position of trust.

Mesa County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested Ryan Lujan, 50, on November 4 following an investigation that began with a September 9 report of alleged child sexual assault in unincorporated Mesa County.

According to the Sheriff’s Office, investigators identified Lujan as the suspect through interviews, search warrants and other investigative work. An arrest warrant was obtained on October 28.

Lujan was taken into custody on the following charge:

  • Sexual Assault on a Child by One in a Position of Trust (Two Counts, Felony)

Authorities reported that Lujan remained in custody on a $250,000 cash-only bond.