Marion Man Convicted of Child Rape | Columbus News

Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 4, 2026 · 1m

A Marion man, Mark Kelley, was found guilty of rape and gross sexual imposition after a dramatic trial, facing a potential life sentence with no parole. The case began in October 2024 when a four-year-old boy, staying at Kelley’s home through his ex-wife’s daycare, told his grandmother he was raped. Kelley initially blamed the victim’s family and claimed the allegations were retaliation, but a forensic interview with the child confirmed the abuse and identified Kelley. The jury heard testimony from the grandmother, a forensic interviewer, and the lead detective, ultimately convicting him on…