Brigham Young University announced Friday, Feb. 13, that Parker Kingston, the Cougars’ top returning receiver, is no longer a student at Brigham Young University or a member of the football program following his recent arrest on felony rape charges.
“University administration and athletic administration, including BYU Head Coach Kalani Sitake, were only made aware of the investigation and allegations after Kingston’s arrest this past Wednesday, Feb. 11,” the statement announced.
Kingston was arrested earlier this week and appeared in court on Friday afternoon, where bail was set at $100,000 bond or $10,000 cash.
As part of his release conditions, Kingston is prohibited from contacting the alleged victim or potential witnesses, posting on social media, entering Washington County without court approval and must wear a GPS ankle monitor.
If Kingston accepts the bail conditions, he is expected to be released Friday night. His next court date is Feb. 25, ahead of a preliminary hearing set for April 13.