On May, 20, 2026 a call for service was received against a man reported to have sexually assaulted a child in Mills County.
The offender was identified as Dusty Erickson (46 years old) of Glenwood, Iowa.
As a result of the investigation, Erickson was arrested on June, 6, 2026 and charged with Sexual Abuse 2nd Degree – B Felony
On November, 9, 2026 Erickson plead guilty to the crime and was sentenced to 25 years in prison.
The Mills County Sheriff’s Office wanted to thank the following agencies for their assistance in this investigation and prosecution: Federal Bureau of Investigation, Council Bluffs Police Dept., and the Mills County Attorney’s office.
