Times Square Rocked by Rising Migrant Assaults on Police

Times Square Rocked by Rising Migrant Assaults on Police

Our beloved Times Square, once a beacon of American dreams, has become a battleground where law and disorder clash in broad daylight. As we dive into this tale of migrants gone wild and cops under siege, remember: this isn’t just another New York minute—it’s a wake-up call for the nation. After all, if we can’t keep the peace in the Crossroads of the World, where can we?

The Times Square Incident: A Turning Point

In January 2024, Times Square became the stage for a shocking display of violence against New York’s Finest. Several illegal immigrants were accused of assaulting two NYPD officers who were simply directing them to move along. The incident, caught on surveillance footage, quickly became a symbol of the escalating tensions between migrants and law enforcement in the city.

Darwin Gomez-Izquiel, a 19-year-old migrant, accepted a plea deal to serve 364 days in jail for assault in the second degree. This case is just the tip of the iceberg, as other suspects, including Yohenry Brito and Ulises Bohorquez, were offered similar plea deals for their roles in the attack.

“However, the important test will come once his sentence is up. He needs to be deported immediately upon release, without setting another foot on our city streets.” – Patrick Hendry

The Aftermath: Bail, Backlash, and Bragg

The handling of this case has drawn sharp criticism from all sides. Many of those involved were initially charged and released back onto the streets without bail, a decision that has reignited debates about New York’s controversial bail reform laws. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg found himself in the crosshairs of public outrage, with many questioning the leniency shown to the attackers.

Adding fuel to the fire, Yohenry Brito was re-arrested for petit larceny while out on bail, prompting a stern warning from Judge Laura Ward:

“I am furious that Mr. Brito was rearrested and charged with petty larceny while he was out on this case”

The Bigger Picture: A City Under Siege

The Times Square incident is not an isolated event but part of a troubling trend. Attacks on NYPD officers have reached an all-time high, with a 20% increase in 2022 and projections for even more injuries in 2023. This surge in violence against law enforcement coincides with New York City’s ongoing migrant crisis, raising questions about the connection between the two issues.

Some of the accused in the Times Square attack are alleged members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, highlighting concerns about criminal elements entering the country alongside asylum seekers. ICE detainers have been placed on several suspects, but their effectiveness remains to be seen in a sanctuary city like New York.

Political Fallout and Calls for Action

The incident has sparked a political firestorm, with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle calling for stricter measures. Rep. Nicole Malliotakis and Gov. Kathy Hochul have voiced support for deporting migrants who commit crimes, particularly against law enforcement officers.

“Republicans, Democrats and Independents should, at the very least, be able to agree that migrants who assault our police or commit crimes in our country should be deported immediately and have any future immigration application denied.” – Rep. Nicole Malliotakis

As New York grapples with this growing crisis, the nation watches closely. The outcome of these cases and the city’s response may set the precedent for how other urban centers handle similar challenges in the future. One thing is clear: the thin blue line is under pressure, and the time for decisive action is now.

Sources

  1. Illegal Alien Accused in Mob Beating of NYPD Officer Takes Plea Deal
  2. Illegal immigrant in vicious Times Square attack on NYPD cops will spend year in jail with plea deal
  3. Migrants charged in attack on NYPD cops in Times Square offered plea deals, including one who was rearrested
  4. Illegal Alien Accused in Mob Beating of NYPD Officer Takes Plea Deal
  5. Teen migrant accused in attack of Times Square NYPD cops takes plea deal
  6. Seventh migrant busted in vicious on-camera gang beating of NYPD cops in Times Square: sources
  7. At least 7 arrested, accused of attacking police officers outside New York City migrant shelter
  8. N.Y. Gov. Hochul says reported migrants who attacked NYPD officers in Times Square should be deported
  9. ‘Cowards’: 7 arrested in Times Square attack on NYPD officers
  10. Migrants in NYPD Times Square attack offered plea deals, including 1 just re-arrested for allegedly stealing

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