Brunswick Teen Charged with Rape of Juvenile at Royal Inn

On July 14, 2025, at approximately 12:57 p.m., Glynn County Police officers responded to a report of a sexual assault involving a juvenile at 5004 New Jesup Highway. The investigation determined the incident occurred at the Royal Inn, located at 5252 New Jesup Highway.
The 15-year-old victim was transported for a forensic interview and medical evaluation. Detectives and crime scene technicians with the Criminal Investigations Division responded to assist with the case.
The suspect, identified as 19-year-old Kilen Steward of Brunswick, was apprehended at the Royal Inn and taken to GCPD Headquarters for questioning and forensic processing. A witness was also interviewed.
Following the investigation, Steward was arrested and charged with Rape. He was transported to the Glynn County Detention Center.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Glynn County Police Department at (912) 554-3645 or anonymously through Silent Witness at (912) 264-1333.