MATTESON, Ill. (WAND) - An Illinois National Guard sergeant is facing charges of criminal sexual assault and sexual abuse.
The Illinois State Police said the organization's Division of Internal Investigation (DII) conducted an investigation that led to the arrest of Timothy Nichols, who is a sergeant with the Illinois Army National Guard in Galesburg. He is 32 and from Dahinda.
Nichols faces two charges of criminal sexual assault and one charge of aggravated criminal sexual abuse.
The Knox County State's Attorney's Office approved the charges Wednesday following an investigation by ISP DII.
Nichols was transported to the Knox County Jail. He posted a $10,000 bond and was released from custody.
ISP did not release any further information.
“Protecting the public to improve the quality of life for the citizens of Illinois is at the core of the Illinois State Police Mission,” stated Captain Darryl Bogard. "The Illinois State Police takes these types of allegations seriously and will continue to thoroughly investigate such allegations and assist in bringing to justice those who attempt to harm those we serve. The men and women of the Illinois State Police, Division of Internal Investigation continuously strive to protect and maintain the integrity of not only the Illinois State Police but all Agencies under the Executive Branch of State Government.
"These efforts assist in maintaining the confidence of the citizens of Illinois as well as our State partners."
