Bergen County Police Arrest Hackensack Resident on Sexual Assault Charges
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Hackensack NJ, The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office has announced the arrest of a 23-year-old Hackensack man following a multi-agency investigation into an incident reported earlier this month. The case highlights the ongoing collaboration between local New Jersey law enforcement and the NYPD.
Investigation Details
On Monday, April 6, 2026, the Hackensack Police Department alerted the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit regarding an alleged sexual assault.
The subsequent investigation, led by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under Chief Jeff Angermeyer and the Hackensack Police Department under Chief Michael Antista, determined that the assault occurred at a private residence in Hackensack.
Arrest and Legal Charges
On Friday, April 10, 2026, authorities took Christopher Rodriguez-Perez into custody. The charges against him include:
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Second-Degree Sexual Assault (N.J.S.A. 2C:14-2c(4))
Following his arrest, Rodriguez-Perez was remanded to the Bergen County Jail. He made his initial appearance in Bergen County Superior Court in Hackensack on April 11 and has since been released pending further legal proceedings.
Legal Disclaimer: Prosecutor Mark Musella emphasizes that these charges are merely accusations. The defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Inter-Agency Cooperation
Prosecutor Musella extended his gratitude to the Hackensack Police Department and the New York City Police Department (NYPD) for their vital roles in the investigation. Such cross-border cooperation remains essential in addressing serious crimes within the tri-state area.
Case Summary Table
| Detail | Information |
| Defendant | Christopher Rodriguez-Perez (23) |
| Residence | Hackensack, NJ |
| Primary Charge | 2nd-Degree Sexual Assault |
| Arrest Date | April 10, 2026 |
| Court Status | Released pending further action |
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