Franklin police arrests suspect for alleged indecent exposure at Pinkerton Park

A registered sex offender remains in jail after exposing himself to two teens over the weekend at a Franklin park.

Officers went to Pinkerton Park after a male suspect allegedly propositioned two teens at the playground, according to the Franklin Police Department news release.

Officers then went in search of a suspect before arresting Mario Buchanan, 41, on South Margin Street. The media release said Buchanan was arrested after witnesses positively identified him.

Authorities charged Buchanan with two counts of indecent exposure and two counts of sexual battery. According to FPD, he is a convicted felon and registered sex offender.

He is set to appear in court Aug. 24, at 1 p.m. Police said additional charges could be forthcoming in this case.

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