In quiet and peaceful Mackinac Island, the community has been rocked by a polarizing sexual assault case. The Mackinac County Prosecutor charged Adrian Fernandez De Lara Jaimez with criminal sexual conduct with personal injury. The suspect is a 30-year old who originates from Mexico. Allegations suggest the suspect attacked a female victim walking home at night, and he forced himself on her.

On Sept. 16, 2026, at approximately 2:15 a.m., Mackinac Island police officers responded to a report of a sexual assault in the area of Main east of Hoban. Judge Beth Gibson set his bond at $100,000 cash/surety. He is held in Mackinac County jail awaiting trial.

This case is particularly jarring because Mackinac Island sees virtually no violent crime on a yearly basis. According to Cityrating.com, Mackinac Island had only two violent crime cases in all of 2025.

Mackinac Island is known for being one of the Midwest’s most popular tourist attractions. The beautiful island is only accessible by ferry or aircraft. The island is full of seasonal employees who leave before Lake Huron freezes for the winter.

The Mackinac Island Police Department would like to remind the community of safety tips when walking at night:

• Try and walk with someone else
• Try to walk in well-lit areas
• Attempt to wear bright clothing
• Be alert and aware of your surroundings
• Attempt to have a fully charged cellphone and share your location with friends and family
• As you’re walking, think of populated areas you can reach in case of an emergency
• If you feel unsafe as someone walks near you, cross the street or change the direction of your travel
• Let someone know where you are headed and when you arrive at your destination
• Try to talk with someone on the phone during your trip if you have to walk alone