Man Arrested in Miami Linked to Central Park Rapes
Authorities have arrested Dereck Rivera-Deleon in Miami, who is suspected of a rape at knifepoint that occurred in Central Park, New York, last month. He is also allegedly linked to two other rapes in the park dating back to 2021…
New York, NY, November 10, 2026 — A man identified as Dereck Rivera-Deleon has been arrested in Miami, Florida, in connection with multiple alleged sexual assaults in New York City’s Central Park. Authorities stated that Rivera-Deleon is suspected of a rape that occurred at knifepoint in Central Park last month.
In addition to the recent alleged incident, investigators have also linked Rivera-Deleon to two other alleged rapes within the same park. These prior incidents reportedly took place in 2021 and 2023. The arrest was made in Miami, with further details on the circumstances of the apprehension not immediately available.
The New York Police Department and other involved law enforcement agencies are continuing their investigation into the allegations. The specific dates for the alleged rapes in 2021 and 2023, beyond the years in which they occurred, were not provided. Information regarding the exact date of the most recent alleged incident, described as occurring “last month,” was also not specified.
Further investigation is expected to determine the full extent of Rivera-Deleon’s alleged involvement in these incidents. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.
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