WATCH: Four migrants beat up NYPD Officers in Times Square; later released without bail

In a disturbing incident on West 42nd Street at around 8:30 p.m. last Saturday, four migrants were caught on camera assaulting two NYPD officers in Times Square. The altercation unfolded as the officers instructed the individuals to move, leading to a physical confrontation between one suspect in a yellow sweatshirt and the police. The NYPD reported that the migrants proceeded to attack the officers, kicking them in the head and body. Despite efforts by the officers to subdue one of the men, the four managed to escape, leaving the officers on the ground.

At approximately 10:44 p.m., four individuals—Darwin Andres Gomez Izquiel, Kelvin Servat Arocha, Juarez Wilson, and Yorman Reveron—were arrested, facing charges including Assault on a Police Officer, Gang Assault, Obstructing Governmental Administration, and Disorderly Conduct, according to reports. They were later released without bail. The incident raised concerns about the criminal justice system, with critics arguing that lenient bail policies contribute to the release of potentially violent offenders back into society. Reveron, the oldest among the detainees, already faces two open cases for assault and robbery in Manhattan, underscoring potential issues with repeat offenses. Police Benevolent Association President Patrick Hendry expressed condemnation for the attacks and criticized the justice system’s inability to protect officers effectively. The investigation into this incident is ongoing under Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s office. The rise in attacks on police officers occurs amid broader challenges faced by New York City, including an influx of migrants requiring accommodation. Mayor Eric Adams has sought state and federal aid, anticipating a $12 billion cost over the next three years due to the migrant crisis. With more than 100,000 migrants arriving in 2023 alone, the city grapples with limited shelter capacity. Landmark hotels in Manhattan have been repurposed to address the housing shortage. The situation emphasizes the strain on resources, prompting Mayor Adams to caution potential migrants about the city’s limited capacity.