NEW YORK, NY – Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg faces criticism after releasing migrants suspected of assaulting police officers in Times Square last weekend.
Bragg’s decision to release the suspects without bail has sparked outrage, with concerns now arising that some of the suspects may have fled to California using a church-affiliated migrant charity. This comes after a state Supreme Court Justice dismissed felony charges against two of the suspects, questioning the validity of the case brought forward by Bragg.
Seven suspects were arrested and charged with Robbery and Felony Assault following the attack on NYPD officers in Times Square. While four of the suspects were released without bail, one suspect, Yohenry Brito, remains in custody after being positively identified in video footage of the incident. Bragg has defended his decision, stating that it was based on the evidence available at the time. However, concerns over the handling of such cases under Bragg’s leadership continue to mount.
The situation has drawn widespread attention and criticism, including from actor Michael Rapaport, who expressed his disbelief at the suspects being released without bail. Additionally, Tesla CEO Elon Musk has weighed in on the issue, linking it to the broader debate on immigration and law enforcement in the United States.
The migrant crisis, which has traditionally affected southern border states, is now impacting cities like New York, prompting a humanitarian crisis. A record number of migrants crossed the U.S. southern border in December, contributing to the strain on cities like New York, where tens of thousands of migrants have arrived in need of housing and other resources.
The influx of migrants has put pressure on local resources and authorities, with Mayor Eric Adams appealing for federal aid to address the housing and accommodation needs of migrants. As the situation unfolds, it has become a point of contention, highlighting broader debates on immigration policy, law enforcement practices, and the handling of humanitarian crises in major cities like New York.