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Early Today
By the People, for the People
Early Man Arrested for Aggravated Sexual Assault of Child
36-year-old Joshua Clark Radle charged after confessing to assaulting 12-year-old girl during sleepover
Mar. 16, 2026 at 7:48pm
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The Early Police Department announced the arrest of 36-year-old Joshua Clark Radle for the aggravated sexual assault of a 12-year-old girl during a sleepover at a residence in Early, Texas. Radle also faces allegations of sexual contact with three other 13-year-old female victims, though he only confessed to the incident with the 12-year-old. Radle turned himself in to police and is currently being held on a $150,000 bond at the Brown County Jail as the investigation continues.
Why it matters
Sexual assault crimes against minors are deeply disturbing and have long-lasting impacts on victims. This case highlights the need for continued vigilance and support systems to protect children, as well as the challenges law enforcement faces in investigating such sensitive and complex cases.
The details
According to the police press release, the Early Police Department was notified on March 3rd, 2026 of the sexual assault of a 12-year-old girl and sexual contact with three other 13-year-old females during a sleepover at a residence in Early. The suspect, Joshua Clark Radle, is a relative of one of the victims. Radle confessed to the assault of the 12-year-old after a forensic interview, but denied any wrongdoing with the other victims. On March 6th, Radle turned himself in to the Early Police Department and was charged with Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child.
- On March 3rd, 2026, the Early Police Department was notified of the sexual assault and contact incidents.
- On March 5th, a forensic interview was conducted with the 12-year-old victim.
- On March 6th, Joshua Clark Radle turned himself in to the Early Police Department.
The players
Joshua Clark Radle
A 36-year-old male from Early, Texas who was charged with Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child after confessing to assaulting a 12-year-old girl during a sleepover.
Early Police Department
The law enforcement agency that investigated the sexual assault and contact allegations and made the arrest of Joshua Clark Radle.
Brown County Jail
The jail where Joshua Clark Radle is being held on a $150,000 bond as the investigation continues.
What they’re saying
“The investigation is continuing into the other sexual contact allegations with other victims.”
— Early Police Department
What’s next
The judge will decide on Tuesday whether to allow Joshua Clark Radle to be released on bail.
The takeaway
This case underscores the critical importance of thorough investigations and support services for child victims of sexual assault. It also highlights the need for continued vigilance and collaboration between law enforcement, child protective services, and advocacy groups to address these disturbing crimes and protect the most vulnerable members of our community.
