Hartford man arrested for alleged rape, sexual battery at Baldwin City yoga studio

Aaron Borger, 44, faces charges after incident at Om Grown Yoga

Apr. 8, 2026 at 11:05pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a massage therapy table with crumpled sheets, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic.The alleged sexual assault at a Baldwin City yoga studio exposes the need for greater oversight and accountability in the massage therapy industry.Baldwin City Today

A 44-year-old Hartford, Kansas man has been arrested and booked into the Douglas County Jail on suspicion of committing two counts of rape and one count of aggravated sexual battery. The charges stem from an alleged incident that occurred last week during a massage therapy appointment at Om Grown Yoga, a business located in Baldwin City, Kansas.

Why it matters

Allegations of sexual assault and misconduct by massage therapists have become an increasingly concerning issue, raising questions about industry oversight, client safety, and the need for stronger regulations to protect vulnerable patients.

The details

According to the Baldwin City Police Department (BCPD), Aaron Borger works as a part-time massage therapist at Om Grown Yoga and also out of a chiropractor's office in Grandview, Missouri. The BCPD says they are investigating the incident and have submitted an affidavit to the Douglas County District Attorney's Office for charging consideration. The investigation remains ongoing, and police are encouraging any additional potential victims to come forward.

  • The alleged incident occurred last week during a massage therapy appointment at Om Grown Yoga in Baldwin City.
  • Borger was arrested by the BCPD following their investigation into the incident.

The players

Aaron Borger

A 44-year-old Hartford, Kansas man who has been arrested on suspicion of two counts of rape and one count of aggravated sexual battery. Borger works as a part-time massage therapist at Om Grown Yoga and out of a chiropractor's office in Grandview, Missouri.

Om Grown Yoga

A yoga studio located in Baldwin City, Kansas where the alleged incident involving Borger took place.

Baldwin City Police Department (BCPD)

The law enforcement agency that arrested Borger and is investigating the incident.

Douglas County District Attorney's Office

The office that is reviewing an affidavit submitted by the BCPD for potential charging consideration against Borger.

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What’s next

The judge will consider the charges against Borger and determine if he should be held in custody or released on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the need for stronger regulations and oversight in the massage therapy industry to protect clients from potential sexual misconduct, as well as the importance of businesses and law enforcement working together to swiftly investigate allegations and support victims.