A 12-year-old migrant, suspected as the leader of a robbery crew that terrorized Central Park, was involved in an attack on two police officers in Times Square. Previously arrested but released without serious charges due to juvenile laws, he is believed to have committed over 20 robberies. Sources express frustration over the lax consequences for young offenders, highlighting systemic issues in the juvenile justice system that allow youths to evade accountability for violent crimes. Law enforcement concerns are growing regarding the implications for public safety.
The road to hell is paved with good intentions. We're not helping anyone with these insane laws. We essentially turned an 11-year-old into a ringleader of a robbery crew with no legal mechanism to protect the public of the kid.
Investigators believe he may be behind more than 20 Manhattan robberies, sources said. Cops suspect he is the leader of a violent robbery crew that has pulled off at least 21 heists in and around Central Park.
Yet he dodged serious consequences following his August arrest due to his age - which under state law means he gets a slap on the wrist and is released until he can go before a family court judge.
The boy was allegedly back on the streets shortly before 8 pm on Friday when the crew tried to rob two youngsters in Times Square, sources said.
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