SALINA- Law enforcement authorities in Saline County are investigating a suspect on alleged sex crimes.

Charles W. Stephens, 52, Salina was arrested Sunday on requested charges of two counts of rape, aggravated criminal sodomy, criminal restraint, and lewd and lascivious behavior, according to the Saline County Sheriff’s Office.

Stephens is alleged to have had sexual contact with two pre-teen girls Saturday afternoon at a home in Saline County, according to Saline County Sheriff’s Captain Roger Soldan.

The parents of the girls contacted the Sheriff’s Office Saturday.