Kimball man arrested for sexual assault of a minor

On Thursday, the Kimball Police Department received a report of a possible sexual assault on a child. The police quickly interviewed the victim in partnership with CAPstone Child Advocacy Center of Western Nebraska. After the interview and additional inve

January 27, 2024Updated: January 27, 2024
News Channel NebraskaBy News Channel Nebraska

On Thursday, the Kimball Police Department received a report of a possible sexual assault on a child. The police quickly interviewed the victim in partnership with CAPstone Child Advocacy Center of Western Nebraska.

After the interview and additional investigation, police arrested 21-year-old Ethan Ratzlaff. Ratzlaff is a Kimball resident and Kimball High School graduate. He was arrested for First Degree Sexual Assault of a Minor.

This is a developing story. Stay with News Channel Nebraska for further details as they develop.

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