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NP man accused of sexually assaulting child

Miguel Sifuentes
A 71-year-old North Platte man is facing charges after he allegedly sexually assaulted a child.

According to North Platte Police, an officer responded to the 1100 block of South Tabor Avenue on July 7 after receiving a report of a sexual assault.

The officer met with a minor victim and their family.

It was determined that Miguel Sifuentes had made sexual contact with the minor over their clothing.

On August 10, after further investigation, investigators determined that there was probable cause to arrest Sifuentes and charge him with third-degree sexual assault of a child.

He was jailed at the Lincoln County Detention Center.

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