Evansville, IN — A man from Evansville has been arrested and charged with felony child molesting following an investigation by Vanderburgh County detectives. Douglas Diekmann, 45, was taken into custody in Tippecanoe County after a warrant was issued for his arrest.
According to court records, Diekmann is accused of sexually abusing a victim several years ago. The victim, who spoke with detectives, provided details of the alleged abuse, prompting the investigation.
The arrest follows an in-depth inquiry by local authorities, who gathered evidence and statements that led to the filing of charges. Diekmann now faces serious felony charges, and his bond has been set at $50,000 cash.
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Department has confirmed Diekmann is currently being held in the Tippecanoe County Jail. Law enforcement officials have yet to release additional details about the investigation, but the case is still under active review.
This arrest underscores the ongoing efforts by local authorities to investigate and bring justice to victims of sexual abuse in the community. The charges against Diekmann, if proven in court, carry significant legal consequences.
