Four Men Charged in Attack on NYPD Officers Flee to California on Bus, Possibly Funded by Taxpayers: Sources
In a shocking turn of events, it has been revealed that four men who were charged in the brutal attack on two NYPD officers have managed to flee to California on a bus. What’s even more concerning is that these individuals may have received free tickets funded by unwitting taxpayers, according to a law enforcement source. This revelation has ignited a fierce debate over the city’s handling of illegal immigrants and the potential misuse of public funds.
New York City, under the leadership of Mayor Eric Adams, has been grappling with an overwhelming influx of illegal immigrants since President Biden took office. With many new arrivals seeking refuge in blue sanctuary cities, the city of New York introduced a program in October offering one-way plane tickets to migrants who wished to leave. This initiative was aimed at alleviating the strain on the city’s resources caused by the surge in undocumented immigrants.
Amidst this backdrop, surveillance cameras captured a shocking incident where a group of migrants attacked two police officers. The video footage showed the assailants kicking the officers in the head and engaging in a violent brawl on the ground. This incident sent shockwaves through the city and drew national attention to the issue at hand.
While the attack itself was widely discussed, there was a lesser-known aspect to the situation. The city’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM) has been providing travel vouchers to migrants who approach select nonprofit organizations seeking assistance to leave the city. These vouchers can be used for various modes of transportation, including buses.
It is believed that some of the suspects involved in the attack exploited this system by swapping immigration numbers with others at their shelter and using false identities to obtain vouchers and tickets. A law enforcement source revealed that these individuals managed to acquire tickets under fake names, further obscuring their true identities.
The source mentioned that it was a woman at a church who recognized the suspects’ faces and alerted the OEM about their departure. This revelation raises questions about the effectiveness of the system in place and the need for stricter verification protocols.
When approached for comment, a spokesperson for the OEM deferred to City Hall. The mayor’s office released a statement condemning the attack on the NYPD officers but did not respond to specific inquiries regarding the bus vouchers. The spokesperson emphasized that violence against law enforcement is unacceptable and should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
The release of most of the suspects without bail has drawn criticism from Governor Kathy Hochul. She expressed her intent to discuss the matter with Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, questioning why assault on a police officer did not warrant bail. Governor Hochul also highlighted the potential for deportation in cases involving certain crimes and expressed her concern about the district attorney’s approach.
District Attorney Bragg, who met with Governor Hochul earlier, declined to comment on why five of the suspects were released. A spokesperson from his office stated that an investigation into the alleged bus escape is underway.
It is important to note that some of the suspects and their associates are believed to be part of a pickpocketing ring operating around Times Square and other tourist attractions. These individuals, described as an “Oliver Twist”-style group of Venezuelan pickpockets, have been a cause for concern among law enforcement agencies.
The NYPD has identified the assault suspects as Jhoan Boada, Yohenry Brito, Jandry Barros, Darwin Andres Gomez Izquiel, Kelvin Servat Arocha, Wilson Juarez, and Yorman Reveron. Reveron has two pending cases for assault and robbery in Manhattan, while Barros had his charges in the officer assault dropped due to a lack of evidence. However, he still faces charges in Queens for resisting arrest, petit larceny, and criminal possession of stolen property.
This incident has brought to the forefront the challenges faced by cities dealing with an influx of illegal immigrants and the potential consequences of their actions. It raises important questions about the allocation of public resources and the need for robust systems to ensure accountability and prevent misuse.
The story continues to develop, and it remains to be seen how authorities will address the concerns raised by this incident. The focus now shifts to finding the fleeing suspects and holding them accountable for their actions. The safety of law enforcement officers and the well-being of the community hang in the balance as this story unfolds.
