Lincoln Man Acquitted of Spa Sexual Assault Charges

Jury finds no evidence to convict massage therapist of alleged assault on female client.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 10:30am

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An extreme close-up of a heavily textured, cracked leather massage table surface, reflecting a harsh, direct flash of light, conceptually representing the complexities of consent and misconduct allegations in the personal service industry.The acquittal in this case raises questions about how to balance client protections and service provider rights in sensitive personal service settings.Lincoln Today

A jury in Lincoln, Nebraska has found a 42-year-old massage therapist not guilty of sexually assaulting a female client during a massage session at a local spa. The seven-man, five-woman jury deliberated for just over five hours before returning the not guilty verdict.

Why it matters

This case highlights the complexities around allegations of sexual misconduct, the high legal bar for conviction, and the challenges in determining consent in private service settings like massage parlors. The outcome raises questions about how to balance client protections with the rights of service providers.

The details

The Lincoln man, whose name was not released, was accused of inappropriately touching a female client during a massage session at a spa in southeast Lincoln. After hearing testimony from both the alleged victim and the massage therapist, the jury determined there was insufficient evidence to convict the man on the sexual assault charges.

  • The alleged incident occurred on March 12, 2026.
  • The jury began deliberations just before 10 a.m. on April 16, 2026.
  • The jury returned the not guilty verdict just after 3 p.m. on April 16, 2026.

The players

Lincoln Massage Therapist

A 42-year-old male massage therapist who was accused of sexually assaulting a female client during a massage session at a spa in southeast Lincoln.

Alleged Victim

A female client who accused the Lincoln massage therapist of inappropriately touching her during a massage session.

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What they’re saying

“The jury carefully considered all of the evidence and testimony, and ultimately determined that the prosecution did not meet the high bar required for conviction.”

— Defense Attorney

The takeaway

This case underscores the challenges in prosecuting alleged sexual misconduct, especially in private service settings where consent can be difficult to definitively establish. The not guilty verdict highlights the importance of thorough investigations and strong evidence to secure convictions in such sensitive cases.