Feb. 27, 2026
Des Moines man charged with sexual abuse of teenager
Devon Jackson accused of multiple incidents with 14-15-year-old victim in 2025
Feb. 27, 2026
Newton Man Pleads Guilty to Attempting to Meet Teen for Sex
Recent cases highlight the disturbing trend of online grooming facilitated by social media platforms like Snapchat.
Feb. 26, 2026
Iowa Man Faces Multiple Federal Charges Involving Minor
39-year-old Brandon Scott Baker indicted on exploitation, transportation, and possession charges
Feb. 25, 2026
Central Iowa Man Arrested on Sex Abuse Warrant
23-year-old Devon James Jackson taken into custody in Red Oak, Iowa
Feb. 24, 2026
Convicted Iowa City sex offender reaches plea deal after allegedly soliciting a minor
Travis Schuchert faces charges including Enticing a Minor for Sexual Purposes and Sexual Exploitation of a Minor
Feb. 24, 2026
Shenandoah Man Sentenced to Up to 12 Years in Child Sexual Abuse Case
Hilgerson pleaded guilty to sexual abuse and indecent contact with a child charges
Feb. 24, 2026
Rockford Man Pleads Guilty to Receiving Child Pornography
Anthony Paul Harden faces up to 20 years in prison for federal charges.
Feb. 23, 2026
Perry Man Arrested for Alleged Sexual Abuse Incident
Authorities say 50-year-old Shawn Jones is accused of inappropriate contact with a teenage victim
Feb. 18, 2026
Palo Alto Jury Finds Manz Guilty on Eight Counts of Sexual Abuse
Manz faces 25-year sentences on each count and must serve 70% of his time before parole eligibility.
Feb. 17, 2026
Cherokee Man Arrested for Exploitation of a Minor
75-year-old Leon Klotz charged with sexual exploitation and grooming
Feb. 14, 2026
Hann Found Guilty of Child Sexual Abuse
Sixty-one-year-old convicted on one count of second-degree abuse
Feb. 14, 2026
North Liberty Man Reaches Plea Deal in Enticement of Minor Case
39-year-old Jose Arturo De La Cruz Garcia accused of communicating online with someone he believed was underage to meet for sex acts.
Feb. 13, 2026
UI Receives Report of Campus Sexual Assault
Alleged incident occurred in west side residence hall early Saturday morning.
Feb. 13, 2026
Boy Scouts Abuse Claimants Seek to Terminate Contingency Fees
Dechert LLP attorneys assisting group of claimants in dispute with mass tort firm Slater Slater Schulman
Feb. 12, 2026
Cedar Rapids Man Charged with Crimes Against Minor
Suspect booked into Dubuque County Jail on multiple felony counts
Feb. 12, 2026
Transient Arrested Again for Indecent Exposure at Iowa City Shelter
Rodney Gary accused of masturbating in public view of other residents at the WET shelter
Feb. 10, 2026
Fairfield High School Teacher Accused of Inappropriate Student Contact
Vannen Crabtree placed on leave amid charges of sexual exploitation, grooming, and lascivious acts
Feb. 10, 2026
Former UI social worker convicted of sexually abusing patients
Therapist faces up to 15 years in prison for exploiting vulnerable patients
Feb. 9, 2026
Abuse Claimants Challenge USA Gymnastics' Bankruptcy Settlement
Pair of claimants seek to bring state court lawsuits against USAG and former coach despite bankruptcy resolution.
Feb. 7, 2026
Hardin County deputies arrest Marshalltown man on probation violation
19-year-old Carrick Anthony Hilpipre was arrested on a warrant for violation of probation related to a sexual abuse conviction.
