Grand Island Man Sentenced to Decades for Child Sexual Assault

Yasin Budul received 45-90 years for two counts of first-degree sexual assault of a child.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 5:21pm

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A 37-year-old Grand Island, Nebraska man has been sentenced to up to 90 years in prison for sexually assaulting two children. Yasin Budul was convicted earlier this year on two counts of first-degree sexual assault of a child following a jury trial.

Why it matters

Child sexual abuse cases are devastating for victims and their families, and the lengthy sentence reflects the severity of Budul's crimes and the need to protect vulnerable children in the community.

The details

Budul was arrested in June 2024 after a juvenile reported being assaulted while staying at a friend's house. During the investigation, police learned of a second victim who was assaulted before the age of 12. Despite pleading not guilty, Budul was convicted by a Hall County jury in January 2026 on the two counts of first-degree sexual assault of a child.

  • Budul was arrested in June 2024.
  • The jury trial took place in January 2026.
  • Budul was sentenced on April 1, 2026.

The players

Yasin Budul

A 37-year-old Grand Island, Nebraska resident who was convicted and sentenced for sexually assaulting two children.

Hall County District Judge Andrew Butler

The judge who sentenced Budul to 45-90 years in prison on the two counts of first-degree sexual assault of a child.

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What’s next

Budul must register as a sex offender for life following his release from prison.

The takeaway

This case underscores the importance of reporting suspected child abuse and the justice system's commitment to holding perpetrators accountable and protecting vulnerable youth in the community.