Benjamin Wagner, a 68-year-old retired Detroit police sergeant, has been charged with 14 criminal counts including serial sexual assault and kidnapping, according to prosecutors.

The charges against Wagner include eight counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct and five counts of kidnapping. Prosecutors allege the crimes were committed against five young women and girls between 1999 and 2003.

Wagner served as a sergeant with the Detroit Police Department before his retirement. The specific circumstances that led to the current charges and how the alleged crimes came to light have not been detailed in available court documents.

The case involves allegations spanning a four-year period during Wagner's active service with the police department. Prosecutors have characterized the situation as Wagner leading what they describe as a double life while serving as a law enforcement officer.

The charges represent serious felony counts that could result in significant prison time if Wagner is convicted. The case is proceeding through the Wayne County court system, though specific details about upcoming court dates and Wagner's current custody status were not immediately available.