Boca Raton Tennis Coach Arrested on Child Sex Charges, Police Seek More Victims

Cemal Kaya, 18, faces counts of sexual battery and lewd exhibition involving a minor

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office detectives arrested 18-year-old Boca Raton resident Cemal Kaya, a local tennis coach, on charges of sexual battery and lewd or lascivious exhibition involving a minor. Investigators believe there may be additional victims and are asking anyone with information to come forward.

Why it matters

The allegations against Kaya are extremely serious and raise concerns about the safety of minors in the local tennis community. The case highlights the importance of thorough background checks and oversight for youth sports coaches to protect vulnerable children.

The details

Detectives initiated the investigation on January 20, 2026 after receiving allegations that Kaya committed a sexual battery involving a minor. After a thorough investigation, they established probable cause and arrested Kaya on February 6, 2026. He was charged with one count of sexual battery and one count of lewd or lascivious exhibition.

  • Detectives initiated the investigation on January 20, 2026.
  • Kaya was arrested on February 6, 2026.

The players

Cemal Kaya

An 18-year-old Boca Raton resident who worked as a local tennis coach and was arrested on charges of sexual battery and lewd exhibition involving a minor.

Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that investigated the allegations against Kaya and made the arrest.

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What they’re saying

“Detectives also said they believe there may be additional victims.”

— Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office (bocapost.com)

What’s next

The judge will decide on Kaya's bail at a hearing on Tuesday.

The takeaway

This case highlights the critical need for thorough background checks and ongoing monitoring of youth sports coaches to protect vulnerable children from potential predators. The community must remain vigilant and report any suspicious behavior to authorities.