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Man arrested for raping 19-year-old woman in The Bronx

Police say the 30-year-old faces charges including rape, sexual abuse and harassment.

News 12 Staff

Sep 20, 2025, 7:07 AM

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A man wanted for raping a 19-year-old woman in The Bronx was arrested on Friday morning, according to police.

Authorities say 30-year-old Xavier Chapman, of Park Avenue, attacked the victim while she was sitting on a bench near Park Avenue and East 183rd Street early Wednesday morning.

He faces charges including rape, sexual abuse and harassment.

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