Migrants accused of stealing phones from 62 women in NYC crime wave, say police
OAN’s Elizabeth Volberding
4:23 PM – Monday, February 5, 2024
Three male migrants have now been detained in the Bronx, New York, after they committed a citywide crime wave that included stealing cell phones and wallets from unsuspecting women.
On Monday, the New York City Police Department (NYPD) arrested three illegal migrants after they reportedly went on a lengthy crime spree where they stole wallets and cell phones from approximately 62 women across the city.
Police say that the illegal migrants are Venezuelan, but there are no reports yet related to when they initially arrived to the city.
In addition, authorities believe that the suspects were stealing the cellphones in order to gain access to Apple Pay or Cash App money applications and then made purchases with the credit cards or bank-connected phones.
According to the NYPD, the migrants were arrested in a suspected “safe house near the Bronx” after performing a search warrant.
The migrants are now expected to be charged with several robberies and grand larcenies. Additional potential suspects who were involved in the operation are also still being searched for.
“Most migrants come to NYC in search of a better life. Sadly, some come to commit crime,” NYPD Assistant Commissioner Kaz Daughtry wrote on X. “Today we made tremendous progress in the largest robbery pattern plaguing our city. Our message is simple — commit a crime in our city and we will find you and bring you to justice!”
Mayor Eric Adams (D-N.Y.) appeared at a press conference with police and made a statement regarding the situation, maintaining that this incident is “not about migrants and asylum seekers.”
“This isn’t about the migrants and asylum seekers, this is about those who break the law. It doesn’t matter where you’re from and where you came from,” Adams stated.
According to Officer Nicholas Fiore, the group’s “ringleader,” Victor Parra, is still being sought after by police for allegedly finding migrants to perform “his dirty work” for him.
“He’s the big target. [He] has caused a lot of problems in New York City,” Fiore said.
The NYPD announced on Monday that the mastermind managing the crime spree from his Bronx apartment has been connected to the 62 cellphone thefts from women that have occurred on the streets and in the subway system. Parra, who is still wanted, had been operating a sophisticated criminal organization using mostly incoming migrants who were residing in the city.
“They use social media platforms to organize and coordinate their thefts. This is how they operate. The leader of the crew identified as Victor Parra will blast out a message via WhatsApp that he’s looking for phones,” Chief of Detectives Joe Kenny announced.
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How did law enforcement authorities track down and apprehend the three male migrants involved in the crime spree?
Title: Three Male Migrants Arrested in New York City’s Crime Wave
Introduction:
In recent events, three male migrants have been apprehended in the Bronx, New York, following a citywide crime spree that targeted unsuspecting women. The New York City Police Department (NYPD) successfully arrested the individuals who orchestrated a wave of thefts involving cell phones and wallets. This article will provide an overview of the incident, the investigation, and the ongoing search for the mastermind behind this criminal operation.
The Crime Spree:
According to the NYPD, the illegal migrants, reportedly of Venezuelan origin, carried out a series of robberies, victimizing approximately 62 women across the city. Their modus operandi involved stealing cell phones and wallets, aiming to gain access to Apple Pay and Cash App applications, subsequently making unauthorized purchases using the victims’ credit cards or bank-connected phones.
The Arrest:
Law enforcement authorities executed a search warrant at a suspected safe house in the Bronx, leading to the detention of the three migrants. While reports concerning their initial arrival to the city remain unavailable, investigators are actively pursuing additional suspects believed to be involved in the criminal operation.
Progress and Perspective:
Assistant Commissioner Kaz Daughtry of NYPD emphasized the significance of the arrests, stating that they mark a substantial breakthrough in combating the largest robbery pattern plaguing the city. Daughtry’s message to criminals is clear – commit a crime, and the police will find and bring you to justice.
Public Statements:
During a press conference, Mayor Eric Adams addressed the situation alongside law enforcement officials. He stressed that these incidents are not representative of migrants and asylum seekers as a whole. Mayor Adams underscored that those who break the law will be held accountable, regardless of their background or country of origin.
The Elusive Mastermind:
According to Officer Nicholas Fiore, the alleged mastermind behind the criminal organization, Victor Parra, remains at large. Parra orchestrated the crime spree by employing migrants to perform illicit activities on his behalf. Authorities are actively pursuing Parra, who they believe has caused significant problems in New York City.
Sophisticated Criminal Operations:
The investigation revealed that Parra operated a complex criminal network, primarily utilizing incoming migrants residing in the city. The group coordinated their thefts through social media platforms, with Parra sending out messages via WhatsApp to enlist members to steal specific phones.
Conclusion:
The arrest of three male migrants involved in a crime wave targeting women in New York City represents a significant victory for law enforcement. The ongoing investigation and search for Victor Parra demonstrate the determination of the NYPD to bring the mastermind behind this criminal operation to justice. This case underscores the importance of maintaining public safety and upholding the law, regardless of an individual’s immigration status.
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