Milwaukee police make arrest in sexual assault of 10-year-old girl

Milwaukee police say they've arrested a suspect in the sexual assault of a 10-year-old girl. 

The young victim was forced into a backyard near 15th and Orchard on the city's south side on December 16 as she walked to school. 

Police say the suspect was taken into custody Wednesday night for first degree sexual assault.

The 26-year-old man was arrested on December 17 in a residence near S. 12th Street and W. Madison Street.

Stay tuned for updates in this developing story.