BYU Wide Receiver Charged with Felony Rape

Parker Kingston no longer with football team after Washington County charges

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Brigham Young University (BYU) wide receiver Parker Kingston, 21, has been charged with one count of felony rape by the Washington County Attorney's Office. The charges stem from a nearly year-long investigation that began when a 20-year-old woman reported a sexual assault to police in February 2025. Kingston was held without bail and appeared remotely in court on February 13th. BYU has stated they are aware of the arrest and will cooperate with law enforcement, but cannot provide additional comment due to privacy laws.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing issue of sexual assault allegations against high-profile college athletes and the challenges universities face in balancing student privacy, cooperating with law enforcement, and maintaining the reputation of their athletic programs. It also raises questions about the prevalence of sexual violence on college campuses and the need for stronger prevention and support measures.

The details

According to the Washington County Attorney's Office, the felony rape charge against Parker Kingston came after a nearly yearlong investigation that began when a 20-year-old woman reported a sexual assault to officers at St. George Regional Hospital in February 2025. Detectives gathered digital and forensic evidence, conducted interviews with the parties involved and other witnesses, and then turned the information over to the Washington County Attorney's Office for review. Kingston was held without bail in Washington County Jail in Hurricane, Utah, and appeared remotely via WebEx on February 13th.

  • The alleged sexual assault occurred on February 23, 2025.
  • The 20-year-old woman reported the incident to police in February 2025.
  • The nearly yearlong investigation by detectives began in February 2025.
  • Kingston was charged with one count of felony rape on February 11, 2026.
  • Kingston appeared remotely in court on February 13, 2026.

The players

Parker Kingston

A 21-year-old wide receiver for the Brigham Young University (BYU) football team who has been charged with one count of felony rape.

Washington County Attorney's Office

The office that charged Parker Kingston with one count of felony rape after a nearly yearlong investigation.

St. George Regional Hospital

The hospital where the 20-year-old woman reported the sexual assault to officers in February 2025.

St. George Police Department

The department that conducted the investigation, gathering digital and forensic evidence and interviewing the parties involved and other witnesses.

BYU

Brigham Young University, the school where Parker Kingston was a wide receiver on the football team before being charged with felony rape.

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What they’re saying

“BYU became aware today of the arrest of Parker Kingston. The university takes any allegation very seriously and will cooperate with law enforcement. Due to federal and university privacy laws and practices for students, the university will not be able to provide additional comment.”

— BYU Athletic Department (BYU Statement)

What’s next

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

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing issue of sexual assault allegations against high-profile college athletes and the need for universities to balance student privacy, cooperate with law enforcement, and maintain the reputation of their athletic programs. It also raises questions about the prevalence of sexual violence on college campuses and the importance of stronger prevention and support measures.