Attention, fellow patriots! We’re diving into the case of Darwin Gomez-Izquiel and his merry band of miscreants who thought it was a good idea to assault our boys in blue. Grab your coffee and prepare for a tale that’ll have you questioning the very fabric of our justice system.
The Assault and Arrests
In January, a group of migrants decided to turn Times Square into their personal boxing ring, with NYPD officers as their unwilling opponents. The altercation began when officers attempted to relocate the migrants, resulting in a violent assault captured on surveillance footage. Seven individuals were initially arrested, with five inexplicably released on their own recognizance.
Plea Deals and Sentences
Darwin Gomez-Izquiel, a 19-year-old illegal immigrant, has accepted a plea deal that will see him serve 364 days in jail for his role in the assault. Other migrants involved, including Yohenry Brito, 24; and Ulises Bohorquez, 21, have been offered similar deals, with proposed sentences ranging from six months to two years in prison.
“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
Criticism and Calls for Deportation
The relatively light sentences have drawn criticism from law enforcement officials and politicians alike. Patrick Hendry, president of the New York Police Benevolent Association, has called for immediate deportation upon release. Even New York Governor Kathy Hochul, not typically known for her hardline stance on immigration, has suggested that migrants who assault police officers should face deportation.
“Get them all and send them back” – Governor Kathy Hochul
The Broader Impact
This incident has reignited debates about New York City’s sanctuary status and the broader implications of current immigration policies. With over 66,900 migrants in city care and 173,900 having passed through the intake system since spring 2022, the strain on resources and public safety is palpable.
Republican politicians are advocating for stricter immigration enforcement, with some calling for immediate changes to sanctuary laws. Meanwhile, Mayor Eric Adams has called for full prosecution of the attackers, highlighting the growing bipartisan concern over such incidents.
“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 this case continues to unfold, it serves as a stark reminder of the challenges facing our law enforcement officers and the need for a comprehensive review of our immigration and criminal justice policies. The safety of our communities and the integrity of our legal system hang in the balance.
Sources
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/04/nyregion/times-square-attack-bragg.html
https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/nypd-officers-attacked-times-square/5091375
https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/01/us/police-attacked-new-york-outside-shelter/index.html