Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, who has received funding from George Soros, is facing criticism for his decision to release several suspects implicated in a violent assault on New York City police officers.
The incident, which was previously reported by The Gateway Pundit, occurred last Saturday night near a migrant center in the bustling Times Square area.
Footage of the incident reveals two police officers attempting to disperse a crowd of undocumented immigrants when chaos broke out, resulting in a physical altercation. Seven out of the thirteen alleged attackers were arrested and charged with assaulting an officer. The decision to release the remaining suspects without requiring bail has ignited controversy and sparked concern among law enforcement officials and the public.
The suspects, identified as Darwin Andres Gomez Izquiel, 19, Kelvin Servat Arocha, 19, Juarez Wilson, 21, Yorman Reveron, 24, and Jhoan Boada, 22, were all charged with assault. Two additional suspects, Yohenry Brito, 24, and Jandry Barros, 21, were later arrested and charged with felony assault and robbery. Only Yohenry Brito is currently detained at Rikers Island. These suspects, Venezuelan nationals residing in city migrant shelters, were similarly released without bail despite their undocumented status and lack of local family connections. There have been subsequent reports that the suspects have fled the city.
In a defiant act, two of the suspects were seen making obscene gestures to the press upon their release from court. When questioned by reporters about his decision, DA Bragg declined to comment, departing without responding to inquiries.
"Why were those migrants released?" a reporter asked Bragg as he hastily made his way to a waiting vehicle. "Do you regret it? Do you regret letting these migrants free?" the reporter continued.
However, during a press conference held later that evening, Bragg defended his actions, asserting that the release was based on the evidence available at the time and highlighting the importance of charging the correct individuals.
"While the video is shocking and disturbing, in order to secure convictions in the court of law, it is essential that we conclusively identify each defendant," Bragg stated. "In Manhattan, we dont tolerate or accept assaults on police officers. I watched the tape this week. Despicable behavior. It sickened me and outraged me," the DA added.
This incident has reignited debate over DA Braggs prosecutorial discretion, particularly in light of his record, which includes pursuing charges against individuals like Daniel Penny and former President Donald Trump. Bragg charged President Trump with 34 felony counts related to business fraud last April.
Critics argue that for officials like DA Bragg, decisions are politically motivated rather than being grounded in a commitment to justice.
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