Teens Behind Crime Spree Attack Halal Food Cart Worker in Times Square NYC .
Last night near Times Square, a worker at a halal food cart was attacked by a group of teens linked to a series of assaults, robberies, and other crimes in the area. Police sources say officers often have to “babysit” this same group throughout the night—closely watching them to prevent trouble—but the moment cops look away, they’re back at it again.
Food cart vendors tell me these groups have been harassing them for years, and despite countless complaints, nothing has been done. They say the teens have been terrorizing Times Square—targeting tourists, vendors, and workers just trying to make an honest dollar.
NYPD sources tell me these groups have no respect for police. Officers have been dealing with them for quite some time, but there’s little they can do beyond babysitting them or reacting after crimes are committed. Police say the group is becoming more brazen by the day, showing no fear of authority or consequences.
A few months ago, there was also a shooting in Times Square that sources believe was connected to this same crew. According to those familiar with the case, the incident stemmed from an ongoing beef with another group from the Bronx.
At one point, while conducting an interview in the area, I personally encountered this same group when one of them tried to rob me. As I was filming, I suddenly felt someone tapping my pockets—when I turned around, I saw it was the same crew believed to be behind many of these local crimes. I confronted them, gave them a warning, and told them to take off before things escalated.
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