Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested a David City man following an investigation of sexual assault of a child.

In late January, NSP received information from law enforcement in South Dakota that led to the investigation. Thursday, investigators served a search warrant at the David City residence of Marvin Hilger. As a result of the investigation, Hilger, 77, was arrested for 1st degree sexual assault of a child. Hilger was lodged in Butler County Jail. Additional charges are pending.

The victim was a minor under the age of 12. Further details are being withheld to protect the victim. If anyone has additional information about this case or others that may be connected, please reach out to the Nebraska State Patrol at 402-471-0112.