08/19/2026
Arrest Made in 2009 Child S*xual Assault Investigation
The Marquette County Sheriff’s Office has made an arrest in a long-term, complex investigation stemming from the reported sexual assault of a child in 2009.
On July 21, 2026, an investigator with the Marquette County Sheriff’s Office coordinated with law enforcement partners in Clarksville, Arkansas, resulting in the arrest of Jeremy McBain, age 46, in connection with the investigation. McBain was taken into custody without incident and was subsequently extradited to the Marquette County Jail.
This arrest is the result of an extensive investigation that has involved significant investigative follow-up and coordination among multiple law enforcement agencies over many years.
The following charges have been filed against McBain:
• 1st Degree Child S*xual Assault – In*******se with Person Under 12
• In**st
• Repeated S*xual Assault of Same Child
• Child Enticement – S*xual Contact
• Child Enticement – Expose S*x Organ
• Cause Child Under 13 to View/Listen to S*xual Act
• Causing Mental Harm to a Child
• Intimidate Victim/Threaten Force
• Expose Child to Harmful Material
McBain appeared for a bond hearing on Friday, August 7, 2026, where a $1,000,000 cash bond was set.
Cases such as this demonstrate the dedication and persistence of the men and women of the Marquette County Sheriff’s Office. Our staff work diligently, often over many years, to follow leads, gather evidence, collaborate with our law enforcement partners, and pursue justice for victims and their families. While investigations can be lengthy and complex, our commitment to seeing them through does not diminish with time.
Due to the nature of this case, no further details are being released at this time in order to protect the integrity of the ongoing investigation and the privacy of those involved.
Anyone with additional information related to this investigation is encouraged to contact Detective Sergeant Kuklinski at 608-297-2115. Tips may also be submitted anonymously through Marquette County, Wisconsin Crime Stoppers at 800-297-TIPS (8477) or by using the P3 Tips app.
