Police arrested 21-year-old Michael Okonkwo in connection to a sexual assault in the Bronx.

Okonkwo was taken into custody for an attack on a 53-year-old woman in the Soundview Park playground on Sept. 19.

He is accused of choking the victim while sexually assaulting her in the park.

Authorities say the victim's 25-year-old cousin was able to help fight off the suspect.

Okonkwo faces several charges, including rape, strangulation and assault.