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Police: Christopher Martinez accused of raping woman at knifepoint in Bronx park

Man arrested for murder also accused of rape in the Bronx
Man arrested for murder also accused of rape in the Bronx 00:27

NEW YORK -- Police say they've arrested the man accused of raping a woman at knifepoint in the Mott Haven section of the Bronx.

Nineteen-year-old Christopher Martinez has been charged in the Tuesday morning attack.

Investigators say Martinez pulled a knife on the victim and forced her into St. Mary's Park, where he raped her. Police say he also stole her debit card and made a $3 purchase at a bodega.

According to police, Martinez was initially arrested for other charges, including murder, robbery and burglary.

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