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Police: 2 Brothers Arrested in Lincoln Sexual Assault Case

Jail-Bars-and-Cuffs_mediumLINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Authorities say two Lincoln brothers have been arrested in the sexual assault of a 10-year-old girl.

The suspects, ages 22 and 32, were arrested Sunday morning.

According to Lincoln Police Investigator Troy Cockle, authorities believe the 22-year-old suspect has sexually assaulted the victim at least three times. He faces two counts of first-degree sexual assault of a child and one count of third-degree sexual assault of a child.

Cockle said police believe the 32-year-old brother has assaulted the girl on a weekly basis. The suspect faces one count of first-degree sexual assault of a child.

Both men are set to appear in court Tuesday.

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