Warsaw Dentist Charged After Former Employee Comes Forward

POLAND: Steven C. Hollar, a Warsaw dentist known for his role in the movie “Hoosiers” and his part in the 1984 Warsaw High School basketball state title team, is facing charges of confinement and battery following accusations from a former employee regarding multiple alleged incidents of inappropriate conduct.

Court documents reveal that Hollar, associated with Hollar Dental Group, is charged with confinement, a level 6 felony, and battery. These charges stem from incidents reported by a woman who was previously employed at Hollar’s dental office, which allegedly occurred in early 2023.

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Detailed Accounts of Allegations

According to the documents, Hollar asked intrusive questions about the woman’s personal life, including her relationship with her father and the father of her son. He reportedly made comments suggesting he believed she lacked a male role model. The court documents state that during a staff review session, Hollar allegedly made inappropriate remarks and took unwelcome actions, as described by the woman.

The documents detail an incident where Hollar provided the woman with new scrubs and allegedly made suggestive comments about her attire. The woman recounted in the court documents how Hollar asked her to remove her bra while changing into the new scrubs he provided, stating, “No, take it off,” when she attempted to put them on over her clothes.

Alleged Unlawful Actions

The court documents outline several instances where Hollar is accused of making inappropriate advances and comments towards the woman, including offering to pay for her radiology courses and making suggestive remarks about her appearance. Hollar allegedly locked the door during one encounter and made unwelcome physical contact with the woman, prompting her to express discomfort.

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The woman also reported feeling pressured to comply with Hollar’s requests and to keep the interactions confidential. She alleged that Hollar’s behavior escalated to the point where he made unwanted advances and comments of a sexual nature.

Legal Proceedings

“Steven C. Hollar was charged and booked into the Kosciusko County Jail on Monday, but is now free on bond,” the report states. The case raises concerns about workplace safety and appropriate conduct, particularly within professional environments such as dental offices.

As the legal proceedings unfold, the allegations against Hollar underscore the importance of addressing and preventing workplace harassment and misconduct in all industries, including dental practices.