NOTE: all references to the victim have been changed to they/them to protect the victim's identity.
WINDOM — A warrant has been issued for a Windom man charged with first-degree and second-degree criminal sexual conduct with a victim under the age of 13.
On Jan, 31, the Windom Police Department received a report of the sexual assault of a minor. According to the complaint filed in Cottonwood County, the victim reported numerous instances of sexual assault by Luis Fernando McKibben, 68, between September 2018 and Oct. 16, 2021.
The sexual assaults reportedly occurred when McKibben babysat for the victim and their siblings. McKibben would reportedly touch the victim on their thighs and privates, at times in exchange for things like snacks and electronics. The victim stated the sexual abuse most often occurred at their home in Windom or McKibben’s residence, but also reported an instance in McKibben’s car. The victim reported that one time, McKibben followed them into their bedroom and kissed the victim until they began to cry.
According to the complaint, the victim disclosed the abuse to law enforcement out of concern that McKibben would do the same to other kids he babysat for.
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A nationwide warrant was issued for McKibben on Feb. 13.
If convicted, McKibben faces a maximum sentence of 30 years in prison, a $30,000 fine or both for the first-degree criminal sexual conduct charge. The second-degree criminal conduct charge carries a maximum sentence of 25 years imprisonment, a $35,000 fine, or both.
Note: This article was written based on information reported by local law enforcement agencies. The Globe reminds readers that all individuals are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
The Southwest Crisis Center is available in our community to support and empower survivors of sexual and domestic violence. For questions about services or how you can help, contact the Southwest Crisis Center at 1-800-376-4311 or mnswcc.org .
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