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Number of sex offenders living in Benton County remains at 2 in Q1

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The population of registered sex offenders in Benton County remained unchanged from first quarter of 2024 to fourth quarter of 2023, with 2 offenders residing in the area, according to the Minnesota Public Registrant Search.

The Registry shows none of these sex offenders are sexual predators. In Minnesota, convicted predatory offenders also are subject to certain mandatory sentencing laws that are designed to minimize their chances of re-offend.

Minnesota legislation about sex offenders and predators is currently being evaluated and revised, such as if offenders with good behavior can be removed from the Registry.

Frequently updated information about sex offenders in Minnesota can be found online here.

Registered sex offenders in Benton County as of Q1
OffenderCrimeCrime description
Brent Christopher RahmCriminal sexual conduct in the third degree (2 counts), criminal sexual conduct in the fourth degree (2 counts)Brent Rahm has a history of engaging in sexual contact against previously unknown female teenagers. Contact has included sexual touching and penetration. Rahm has gained access by meeting them online and has used force to gain compliance.
Harold Eugene BealsCriminal sexual conduct in the first degreeHarold Beals engaged in sexual contact with a known female toddler and child on multiple occasions. Contact included sexual touching and penetration. Beals bound them on at least one occasion to gain compliance.

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