In July 2010, the rape and murder of 16 year old Chloe Ottman at the foot of the cross received widespread media coverage and generated renewed interest in the park and its future use.
In July 2010,19 year old Francisco Cruz Jr raped and murdered 16 year old Chloe Ottman at the foot of the cross. The rape and murder received widespread media coverage and generated renewed interest in the park and its future use.