The facility, with the capacity for hundreds of migrants, has been at the center of controversial policy adjustments, including the implementation of an 11 p.m. curfew aimed at enhancing health and safety.
The assailants, identified as two 19-year-olds, a 24-year-old, and a 21-year-old residing in migrant shelters across Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn, were promptly arrested at the scene.
Four of the suspects were released without bail following arraignment in Manhattan Criminal Court, drawing criticism from the city’s largest police union.
Police Union Weighs in
Patrick Hendry, President of the Police Benevolent Association, expressed concern over the escalating trend of attacks on police officers.
He attributed this rise to what he called a “revolving door” justice system, making it challenging for officers to effectively combat crime and disorder.
The incident at the Candler Building is not an isolated case.
The city has witnessed a series of violent events linked to migrants, including a September brawl in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn. During this confrontation, six individuals were arrested, and two officers sustained injuries when scooters were confiscated.
