Westchester County District Attorney Susan Cacace announced today that a Yonkers man was charged in a 27-count indictment for repeatedly raping and sexually abusing two women whom he lured to the United States through dating applications.
The defendant, Pablo Alexander De La Cruz, 33, was arraigned Wednesday before Judge Robert Prisco in Westchester County Court on the following charges:
• Five counts of Rape in the First Degree: Class B Felony
• Five counts of Rape in the Third Degree: Class E Felony
• Four counts of Sexual Abuse in the First Degree: Class D Felony
• Four counts of Sexual Abuse in the Third Degree: Class B Misdemeanor
• Six counts of Forcible Touching: Class A Misdemeanor
• Criminal Obstruction of Breathing or Blood Circulation: Class A Misdemeanor
• Unlawful Surveillance in the Second Degree: Class E Felony
• Unlawful Imprisonment in the Second Degree: Class A Misdemeanor
The defendant pleaded not guilty and is being held at the Westchester County Jail on bail, which was set at $400,000 cash, $2 million bond, and $3 million partially secured bond. His next court date is Nov. 17, 2026.
DA Cacace said: “The alleged conduct in this case is reprehensible and deeply disturbing. The defendant allegedly preyed upon the vulnerabilities of these young women, exploiting their trust and subjecting them to rape, sexual abuse, and emotional manipulation. Their courage in coming forward and reporting the alleged abuse is an inspiration to all survivors, and I commend the diligent work of my office and the White Plains Police Department in pursuing this case. This indictment sends a clear message that this behavior will not be tolerated in Westchester, and that I will continue to use every available resource, including working closely with our law enforcement partners, to protect and support survivors of sexual assault and hold offenders accountable. We encourage anyone with information about this case to contact our office or the White Plains Police Department, as our investigation remains ongoing.”
White Plains Police Commissioner Wade Hardy said: “Justice demands that we stand as a shield for the vulnerable. The successful indictment of Pablo Alexander De La Cruz underscores the White Plains Police Department’s steadfast commitment to integrity and victim protection. By working hand-in-hand with the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office, we ensure that no case goes uninvestigated and no predator goes unchallenged. This partnership is about more than just an arrest; it is about guaranteeing that victims, no matter where they are from, receive the justice they deserve. I am proud of the diligence shown by our officers and our partners in this critical pursuit.”
Between March and June 2026, it is alleged that the defendant separately lured two women – one from Eastern Europe and the other from Northern Europe – to the United States through dating applications under the pretense of pursuing a relationship. He allegedly purchased their plane tickets and then brought each victim back to his White Plains apartment on separate occasions, where he forcibly raped and sexually abused them while emotionally manipulating them.
The first victim, who traveled to the US in March 2026, was allegedly raped by the defendant on the day she arrived, with the sexual abuse continuing for approximately two months. On at least one occasion, the defendant allegedly secretly recorded them engaging in sexual activity.
The defendant allegedly refused to assist the victim after she lost her passport, prompting her to eventually escape his home and report the alleged abuse to police.
The second victim, who traveled to the US in June 2026, was allegedly raped by the defendant the day after she arrived. Days later, after resisting his sexual advances, the defendant allegedly kicked her out of his apartment, leaving her homeless and prompting her to report the alleged abuse to police and seek medical treatment.
The defendant was arrested on July 10, 2026, by the White Plains Police Department, with assistance from the Westchester County District Attorney’s Criminal Investigators Squad.
This investigation is ongoing and is being conducted by the White Plains Police Department and the Westchester County District Attorney’s Criminal Investigators Squad.
If you are a victim or have any additional information, please contact the White Plains Police Department at 914-422-6256 (https://whiteplainspublicsafety.com/submit-a-tip/) or the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office multi-lingual tips line: 914-995-TIPS (8477)
The case is being prosecuted by Sex Crimes and Human Trafficking Bureau Chief Michelle Lopez and Senior Assistant District Attorney Mollie O’Rourke.