NEW YORK, NY – A New York City police officer has been accused of raping a teenage girl in the Bronx, according to police sources. The officer, 27-year-old Ndegnior Kpan, was reportedly in a relationship with the minor, raising serious questions about his conduct.
Kpan was taken into custody at his Co-Op City residence on November 14. Court records indicate that the alleged incident took place in his Hunter Avenue apartment between October 1 and October 2, where he is accused of engaging in sexual activity with the 15-year-old.
The teenager reported to authorities that an argument ensued while she was at Kpan’s apartment. She claimed that Kpan, allegedly intoxicated, demanded she leave. When she refused, she said he forcibly removed her by dragging her out, resulting in rug burns and abrasions on her back and hands.
Following the incident, the girl received medical attention at a nearby hospital for her injuries. Kpan has entered a not guilty plea to charges of rape, sexual misconduct, and child endangerment. Despite the severity of the charges, he was released without bail.
Attempts to reach Kpan’s defense attorney for comment were unsuccessful. Meanwhile, Kpan’s NYPD profile indicates he was on “extended leave” at the time of his arrest, though the reason for this leave remains unclear.
Kpan joined the NYPD in July 2024 and had been assigned to the military and extended leave desk since February 2025. His next court appearance is scheduled for December 15.
The case has sparked concern and scrutiny over the protocols surrounding officers on leave and their interactions with the public.