Dubuque, Iowa — Brett Andrew Gilden, 45, was arrested on Saturday, May 23, 2026, for a felony parole violation tied to new evidence, just days after his arrest on serious domestic abuse charges. 

Gilden was taken into custody around 9:15 a.m. at 770 Iowa Street in Dubuque. Court records for State of Iowa v. Gilden, Brett (Case No. 01311 AMCR164254) show a bench warrant issued on May 22, along with a no-contact order, discovery order, and an initial appearance set for June 1, 2026, at 10:50 a.m. with a $10,000 cash bond requirement. 

Underlying New Charges

On Thursday, May 21, 2026, Gilden was arrested on two domestic abuse assault counts:

•  Domestic Abuse Assault Impeding Air/Blood Flow Causing Bodily Injury (felony, involving alleged strangulation)

•  Domestic Abuse Assault With Injury (additional misdemeanor count) 

These fresh allegations appear to form the basis for the parole violation. Gilden has a documented history of violent offenses, including a prior conviction for willful injury causing bodily injury, going armed with intent, and assault while displaying a dangerous weapon (related to a 2019 stabbing incident, upheld on appeal in 2023). 

Authorities have not released further details about the alleged victim or specific circumstances of the May 21 incident. Gilden is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The cases remain active in Dubuque County.

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