QUEENS, NY—Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced today that Christian Inga, a 25-year-old resident of Waldron Street, has been charged with multiple severe crimes, including first-degree rape and second-degree kidnapping, following an attack on two 13-year-olds in Kissena Park on June 13.
In a horrifying mid-afternoon incident, Inga allegedly used a long-bladed knife to threaten the teens, tying their hands together and gagging them before assaulting the girl. The perpetrator then fled the scene, leaving the victims in distress.
Inga was arraigned on charges including predatory sexual assault, first and second-degree rape, first-degree robbery, sexual abuse, obstructing governmental administration, and endangering the welfare of a child. He is currently remanded in custody, with a court appearance scheduled for July 1.
DA Katz emphasized the gravity of the crime, stating, “This attack on two children in broad daylight in a city park strikes at the very core of our society.” She thanked the victims for their bravery in coming forward and commended the NYPD for their swift response in apprehending Inga.
The case is being handled by Detective George Allen and the Queens Special Victims Squad, who continue their investigation into these disturbing events. If convicted, Inga faces a potential sentence of 25 years to life in prison.
