Victor Parra, the Venezuelan leader of a cell phone robbery ring in Manhattan, was sentenced to state prison. His crew committed violent thefts on pedestrians using mopeds, snatching phones and purses, and quickly emptied victims' bank accounts. Parra communicated commands via WhatsApp, paying his crew for each stolen phone, with additional rewards for unlocked devices. The NYPD detailed that these thefts resulted not only in significant financial loss for victims but also physical harm due to aggressive tactics employed during the snatch-and-grab incidents.
"Victims not only faced financial loss but also physical harm, as many were violently dragged during the snatch-and-grab incidents, resulting in significant injuries."
"Parra orchestrated these thefts by sending messages on WhatsApp, directing his crew to steal up to $600 worth of items and rewarding their efforts."
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