U.S. Marshal-Led Task Force Apprehends Child Sexual Assault Suspect in Lincoln

Justin Dueling, 41, was arrested in Lincoln by the Metro Fugitive Task Force. He faces felony charges for sexual assault of a child in Sarpy County.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 11, 2026, 5:26 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from WOWT 6 News.

Task Force Execution in Lincoln

A coordinated effort by the Metro Fugitive Task Force, led by the U.S. Marshals Service, resulted in the successful apprehension of a high-priority suspect this week. Authorities tracked Justin Dueling, 41, to a location in Lincoln, where he was taken into custody on Tuesday afternoon. Following the arrest, Dueling was transported to Sarpy County, where the alleged crimes took place.

Nature of the Felony Charges

Dueling was booked into the Sarpy County Jail on a single count of felony sexual assault of a child under 14. Beyond the physical assault, the formal criminal complaint includes a severe secondary allegation: that Dueling used a device to take video of the assault as it occurred. When approached by media for a statement following his booking, Dueling remained silent and provided no response to the accusations.

Investigative Background

The arrest follows an intensive investigation by Sarpy County detectives, who had recently turned to the public for assistance in locating the suspect. Law enforcement officials emphasized that the involvement of the Metro Fugitive Task Force was necessary to track the suspect's movements across county lines. This task force specializes in locating violent offenders and those accused of crimes against children who have fled their primary jurisdiction.