Ohio State Student Assistant Charged with Sexually Abusing 13-Year-Old Girl

Anthony Bokar accused of sexting, delivering drugs, and engaging in sexual acts with a minor

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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A 21-year-old student assistant at Ohio State University has been charged with multiple sex crimes involving a 13-year-old girl. Anthony Bokar allegedly engaged in sexting, drug delivery, and sexual acts with the minor, leading to his arrest and $500,000 bond. The university has placed Bokar on interim suspension as the investigation continues.

Why it matters

This case highlights the serious issue of adults in positions of trust exploiting minors, as well as the growing problem of technology-facilitated sexual abuse of children. It raises concerns about campus safety and the vetting process for student assistants who interact with the public.

The details

According to court documents, Bokar is accused of sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl from Athens County in November 2025. The alleged abuse included sexting, exchanging explicit photos and videos, and engaging in oral and penetrative sex. Bokar is also accused of purchasing and delivering marijuana to the girl. Prosecutors say they have been informed Bokar may have solicited photos from other underage girls as well.

  • In November 2025, the alleged sexual abuse of the 13-year-old girl occurred.
  • On February 12, 2026, Bokar appeared in court for a hearing on the charges.

The players

Anthony Bokar

A 21-year-old student assistant at Ohio State University who has been charged with multiple sex crimes involving a 13-year-old girl.

Ohio State University

The university where Bokar was employed as a student assistant and has now placed him on interim suspension pending the investigation.

Athens County

The county in Ohio where the 13-year-old victim resides and the alleged abuse took place.

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What they’re saying

“'He drove to her home and picked her up. Then, [he] drove her to the campus at Hocking College, in which he engaged in oral sex as well as vaginally penetrative sex with a 13-year-old girl. He also solicited feet pictures from her in exchange for money.'”

— Prosecutors (ABC 6)

“'These allegations are extremely concerning. The individual in question has been placed on interim suspension and is not currently allowed on campus or at university engagements, including student teaching assignments. Nothing is more important than the safety of our campus community, and we will assist law enforcement in any way needed. We are unable to comment further given the ongoing investigation.'”

— Ben Johnson, Ohio State University spokesperson (ABC 6)

“'You got a little 13-year-old girl who's in cheerleading — one of the captains of the middle school Buckeyes — and here's this Buckeye, saying he loves her and giving her drugs and money. When she talks, you definitely know she's a little girl. The verbiage that she uses, the things she talks about, are all childish.'”

— Victim's father (ABC 6)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Anthony Bokar out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the urgent need for rigorous background checks and oversight of university staff who interact with minors, as well as the devastating impact of sexual abuse on young victims and their families.