ATHENS, Ohio. (WSAZ) - A man from Athens County found guilty on 21 charges including rape and attempted rape was sentenced today.

Robert Collins, 62, of Glouster, Ohio, was arrested on Nov. 5, 2024.

According to a November 2024 news release from the Athens County Prosecuting Attorney, investigators learned that starting in 1985 and continuing until October 2024, Collins engaged in sexual conduct with at least six minors, both male and female.

In 1987 and 1994, Colins was convicted of charges of gross sexual imposition and rape.

In a new release from the Athens County Prosecuting Attorney today, Collins’ was convicted of five counts of rape, with the most severe carrying a maximum penalty of life in prison.

Collins was indicted on September 24.

He was sentenced today to a minimum of 1

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