“Particularly in the warm summer months, New Yorkers need to know they can safely use our city’s many beautiful waterfront parks,” said District Attorney Bragg. “This individual allegedly attacked and sexually assaulted a woman in Riverside Park, and then attempted to prevent her from calling 911 by stealing her cellphone. Despite that, this brave survivor was able to call with help from a passerby, and I thank the NYPD for its quick response.” 

“A jury held Michael Santiago accountable for his horrific conduct: raping a woman who trusted him as she slept,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I thank the survivor and her son for their bravery in taking the stand, and the members of the jury for their service. Those who commit heinous crimes like this will be held accountable. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, we are here to help: call 212-335-9373.”

“Thanks to the bravery of this young survivor who came forward, we were able to hold Jonathan Luna accountable for his horrific crime,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Based on the charged individual’s employment history working with children in afterschool programs and summer camps, we are deeply concerned that there may be additional victims. If your child may have had contact with this individual, I urge you to contact my Office’s Child Abuse Unit by calling (212) 335-4308.”

“This indictment charges that the defendant used drugs and money to engage in targeted and repeated sexual abuse of a child,” said District Attorney Bragg. “My Office is actively investigating these allegations and the potential that the defendant’s criminal conduct reaches much farther than the charges contained in today’s indictment. Our Special Victims Division is fully equipped to support young survivors, with dedicated prosecutors and investigators working alongside specially trained social workers. Please call us at 212-335-3400.”