Former Parole Officer Arrested for Alleged Sexual Relationship with Parolee

Court records show the officer admitted to the relationship and buying gifts for the parolee.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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A former parole officer in Lincoln, Nebraska has been arrested for allegedly engaging in a sexual relationship with one of his parolees. According to court records, the 44-year-old officer, Andy Aquin, admitted to investigators that he had a sexual relationship with the parolee from February 2024 to May 2024 and also bought her gifts. Aquin has been charged with first-degree sexual abuse of a parolee and his bond is set at 10% of $100,000.

Why it matters

This case highlights the serious ethical and legal violations that can occur when parole officers abuse their positions of authority and trust. It raises concerns about the oversight and accountability measures in place to prevent such abuses, as well as the potential trauma experienced by vulnerable parolees who are taken advantage of by those meant to help them.

The details

According to the court records, Lincoln Police contacted the parolee, who confirmed she was in a sexual relationship with Andy Aquin from February 2024 to May 2024. Aquin also reportedly bought the parolee gifts. Investigators later interviewed Aquin, who admitted to having the sexual relationship with the parolee.

  • The alleged sexual relationship occurred from February 2024 to May 2024.
  • Aquin was arrested on February 19, 2026.
  • Aquin's next court date is scheduled for March 18, 2026.

The players

Andy Aquin

A 44-year-old former parole officer in Lincoln, Nebraska who has been arrested for allegedly engaging in a sexual relationship with one of his parolees.

The Parolee

A parolee under the supervision of Andy Aquin who allegedly had a sexual relationship with him from February 2024 to May 2024.

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What’s next

The judge will decide on March 18 whether to grant Aquin bail.

The takeaway

This case underscores the need for stronger oversight and accountability measures to prevent parole officers from exploiting their positions of power and betraying the trust placed in them to help rehabilitate and reintegrate offenders back into the community.