A 39-year-old North Platte man is facing sexual assault charges after he allegedly assaulted a woman at a local motel.

Just before midnight, on October 15, officers with the North Platte Police Department responded to the Roadway Inn, 920 North Jeffers Street, on the report of a sexual assault.

Upon arrival, an 18-year-old female told officers that Joe Askvig has touched her more than once in a sexual manner in a room at the motel.

The victim alleged that when she attempted to leave, Askvig forcibly grabbed her by the arm and attempted to make her stay.

She said Askvig then pulled her into a car door, causing her injury and pain.

After further investigation, officers determined that there was probable cause to arrest Askvig and charge him with 3rd degree sexual assault and 3rd degree assault.

Askvig was transported to the Lincoln County Detention Center and jailed.