ARRESTEE: JOSLIN, Duane E, 74 YOA, 0-10 blk Bel Air Dr, Sikeston, MO

CHARGES: Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault of a Child x3 (Class X Felony); Criminal Sexual Assault x3 (Class 1 Felony); Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse x15 (Class 2 Felony)

In December 2025, Oswego Police Detectives concluded a three-month investigation that resulted in the arrest of 74-year-old Duane E. JOSLIN, of Sikeston, Missouri. Joslin is charged with three counts of predatory criminal sexual assault, three counts of criminal sexual assault, and 15 counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse. It is alleged that Joslin had sexual conduct with a minor relative, who was under 13 years of age, between May and August 2025. Oswego Police began the investigation after it was reported in September 2025.

On January 27, 2026, the Kendall County State’s Attorney’s Office approved the 21 felony counts against Joslin and a Kendall County Judge issued a warrant for his arrest.

On February 2, 2026, Joslin was taken into custody by members of the U.S. Marshals Cape Girardeau Missouri District Team at his residence in Sikeston, MO, without incident. He was transported to Scott County Jail in Lambert, MO, where he remains pending extradition.

The Oswego Police Department would like to thank the U.S. Marshals Cape Girardeau Team and the U.S. Marshals Service Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force for coordinating his apprehension.

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Any charges are merely an accusation and the defendant(s) are presumed innocent until proven guilty