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NYC's 'Little Devil' Teen Migrant Terror Busted Again for Knifepoint Robbery

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NYC's 'Little Devil' Teen Migrant Terror Busted Again for Knifepoint Robbery

NYC's 'Little Devil' Terrorized Times Square: A 15-year-old Venezuelan migrant, believed to be part of a violent gang called 'Los Diablos de la 42', was arrested this week for knifepoint robbery in Times Square. The teen, who had previously been released without bail after 10 arrests for similar crimes, was finally remanded to custody.

Teen Terror's Shocking Exploits

The teen, nicknamed the "Little Devil", was part of a group of about 20 young migrants who operate out of the Roosevelt Hotel shelter in NYC. These youngsters are recruited by older members of the Tren de Aragua gang and sent out to commit robberies, from purse snatchings to armed robberies.

The teen, with several tattoos and a nose piercing, was accused of pulling a knife on a 34-year-old man in Times Square along with a pal, demanding his phone and body-slamming him into a pole. Fortunately, the victim was able to get away unscathed.

The 15-year-old gang member

'Sanctuary City' Status Hinders Law Enforcement

The city's 'sanctuary city' status prevents police from entering migrant shelters unless they have a warrant or are responding to a 911 call. This has hampered efforts to curb gang activity in these shelters.

A group of teen migrants calling themselves "Diablos de la 42."

Frustrated Law Enforcement Calls for Change

Law enforcement sources expressed frustration over the lenient juvenile crime laws and the city's 'sanctuary city' policy. They argue that the system is broken and a "hard reset" is needed to simplify the legal process and hold criminals accountable.

The teen has been arrested for 11 crimes in NYC

Parents Bear Responsibility

Some migrants in the Roosevelt Hotel shelter believe that parents have a responsibility to ensure their children don't get involved with gangs. They urge parents to prioritize education and keep a close eye on their children's activities.

The "Little Devil" case highlights the complex challenges facing NYC as it grapples with gang violence, lenient laws, and the influx of migrants. The city faces a critical need to address these issues effectively.

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