DuBois Man Charged With Rape, Assault of Woman and Teen

Tanner Quackenbush faces over 100 charges in two separate sexual assault cases

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

A 21-year-old DuBois, Pennsylvania man named Tanner Quackenbush has been charged with over 100 criminal counts following two separate investigations into allegations of sexual assault. Quackenbush is accused of repeatedly raping a woman he was dating, as well as engaging in a sexual relationship with a 14-year-old girl he met on Snapchat.

Why it matters

These disturbing allegations highlight the ongoing problem of sexual violence and the exploitation of minors, which have devastating impacts on victims and communities. The case also raises questions about the use of social media platforms by predators to target young people.

The details

According to DuBois City Police, the alleged abuse occurred over a similar two-year span, but authorities were not notified until late December. Investigators state the teenage victim met Quackenbush on Snapchat, and their communication led to sexual encounters. Quackenbush is facing felony charges that include statutory sexual assault, rape by forcible compulsion, and other related counts. He is being held in the Clearfield County Prison with bail set at $150,000 in both cases.

  • The alleged abuse occurred over a two-year span.
  • Authorities were notified of the incidents in late December.

The players

Tanner Quackenbush

A 21-year-old man from DuBois, Pennsylvania who has been charged with over 100 criminal counts related to the alleged rape of a woman he was dating and the sexual assault of a 14-year-old girl he met on Snapchat.

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The takeaway

This case underscores the urgent need for greater education, prevention, and support services to address sexual violence and the exploitation of minors, both online and in local communities.