Jacob Brown
In the wake of a Times Square robbery and shooting involving a 15-year-old migrant, the Eric Adams administration in New York City is taking action to enhance safety measures at migrant shelters across the city.
Curfew Imposition:
Beginning Monday, migrants staying at 20 respite centers operated by the Housing Preservation and Development must adhere to a nightly curfew, mandating that they be indoors by 11 p.m. and remain until 6 a.m. This measure affects over 3,600 migrants, with almost half being single, adult men.
The imposition of curfews mirrors existing policies in place at homeless shelters in the city. It aims to bolster the management of bed capacity while prioritizing the health and safety of migrants and residents.
Administrative Statement:
A spokesperson from City Hall emphasized the city’s commitment to managing the national humanitarian crisis while ensuring the well-being of asylum seekers and New Yorkers alike.
The curfew policy aligns with previous measures implemented at traditional DHS shelters and NYCEM respite sites.
Mayor’s Action and Community Concerns:
Mayor Eric Adams’ administration had been planning to enforce curfews, with initial implementation at four shelters in January.
This action follows residents’ concerns about being harassed by asylum-seekers soliciting food and clothing door-to-door.
The curfew expansion follows a recent incident involving a migrant teenager who allegedly committed robbery and shot at NYPD officers in Times Square. The suspect and his mother were apprehended in Yonkers the following day.
Shelter Locations and Demographics:
Manhattan’s Most affected shelters include the Imperial Hotel, The Gatsby Hotel, and the Redford Hotel.
Despite only housing single adult men, these facilities account for a significant portion of migrants subject to the new curfew regulations.
