A 13-year-old migrant from Ecuador is facing charges after a brutal attack in New York City, renewing criticism of the Biden-Harris administration’s border policies. The teen, living in a city-funded migrant shelter, stabbed a man Sunday night with the help of three accomplices.
The attack happened near West 40th Street and Seventh Avenue. Police said the group approached a 23-year-old man, asking him to take their photo. When he refused, they punched him and stabbed him in the back and leg with a brass-knuckle knife. The group also tried to steal the man’s phone but failed.
Police arrested the teen after searching the area with the victim. The Roosevelt Hotel, where the suspect resides, has become a symbol of New York City’s overwhelmed migrant system. This is the teen’s second arrest in recent months, following an October incident where he and others robbed a sleeping passenger on a Brooklyn subway.
Curtis Sliwa, founder of the Guardian Angels, has warned about the influx of migrants and their role in the city’s rising crime. He noted earlier this year that illegal immigrants often face minimal consequences, creating a dangerous cycle of repeated offenses.
With juvenile crime at record levels, according to NYPD data, the attack has intensified calls for stronger border security and accountability. President Donald Trump’s upcoming administration promises to address these issues, signaling a return to policies that prioritize the safety of American citizens.
