Sonya Cross is a fictional character from the television series The Bridge, which aired from 2013 to 2014. She is portrayed by actress Diane Kruger and serves as a detective in the El Paso Police Department. Sonya is known for her strong dedication to solving crimes, often displaying a no-nonsense attitude and a keen analytical mind. In the series, Sonya faces various challenges, including her struggles with Asperger's syndrome, which affects her social interactions and emotional responses. Despite these difficulties, she is a skilled investigator, often working alongside Marco Ruiz, a detective from Mexico, to tackle complex cases that cross the U.S.-Mexico border.