Public sex arrest: couple faces lewd exposure charges in marathon park

Monroe County deputies arrested Benjamin Andrew Frey, 35, and Kristi Lynn Ruiz, 42, after witnesses reported the pair engaging in sexual activity in public at City of Marathon Children's Rotary Park and Dog Park late Friday night. The arrests stem from multiple counts of lewd and lascivious exhibition and indecent exposure.

Incident shocks witnesses at local park

Authorities responded around 8 p.m. to reports of the incident. Witnesses, including a family with a juvenile, allegedly observed the couple's behavior. Both Frey and Ruiz, both of Marathon, were taken to jail following the arrests.

The charges against the couple include multiple counts of lewd and lascivious exhibition, indecent exposure, and resisting arrest. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office confirmed the arrests and the nature of the charges.

The incident has drawn immediate condemnation from some community members, raising questions about public decency and the safety of families using local parks. The full extent of the charges will be determined during legal proceedings.

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential for public spaces to become venues for deeply personal and illegal acts. The legal ramifications for Frey and Ruiz could carry significant penalties.