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NYPD Officer Joshua Acosta Charged with Rape and Child Sex Crimes

NYPD officer Joshua Acosta has been arrested on charges of rape and sexual acts against a child. The allegations involve incidents occurring between September 2021 and June 2026. Acosta has a history of admitted misconduct, including failing to activate his body camera during a high-speed chase.

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NYPD officer Joshua Acosta has been arrested on charges of rape and sexual acts against a child. The allegations involve incidents occurring between September 2021 and June 2026. Acosta has a history of admitted misconduct, including failing to activate his body camera during a high-speed chase.

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NYPD officer charged with rape, child sex crimes previously admitted to misconduct on the job, records show

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NYPD Officer Joshua Acosta Charged with Rape and Child Sex Crimes