Sakir Akkan, an illegal migrant, was charged in Albany, New York, for raping a 15-year-old girl in his car. The incident reportedly took place on May 14, when Akkan, 21, forced the girl into his Toyota Prius, threatening her with a pipe before committing the assault. Border Patrol agents had previously detained Akkan in November 2023 at the United States-Mexico border, but he was later released into the U.S. After obtaining a New Jersey driver’s license, he settled in Troy, New York.
According to local authorities, Akkan lured the teenager into his car and assaulted her despite her attempts to resist. Albany police have confirmed that Akkan is not a U.S. citizen and is currently being held without bail. He has pleaded not guilty to the first-degree rape charge and is scheduled to appear in court soon. This case has sparked outrage and brought attention to the issue of crimes committed by illegal immigrants in the U.S.
The incident follows several other high-profile cases involving illegal immigrants accused of violent crimes, including rape and assault, across the country. Former New York Lieutenant Governor Betsy McCaughey has criticized the Biden administration’s border policies, suggesting they have led to a rise in violent crimes by migrants. “The administration’s lax policies are endangering American lives,” McCaughey stated in a recent op-ed.
Local community members and authorities are calling for stricter immigration enforcement to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future. This case remains under investigation, and further details are expected to emerge as it progresses through the legal system.
The broader debate over immigration policy and border security continues to be a contentious issue in the U.S., with this case highlighting the potential risks associated with inadequate enforcement. This incident’s legal and social implications are likely to fuel ongoing discussions about the need for comprehensive immigration reform and the balance between security and humanitarian considerations.
