Trump Administration to Increase ICE Presence in NYC Following Officer Shooting

Shooting of Off-Duty Customs Officer

• 🎯 A 42-year-old customs officer was shot in the face and arm during a botched robbery attempt in upper Manhattan.
• 🏥 The officer remains hospitalized at Harlem Hospital and is undergoing treatment.
• 📸 Two suspects, Miguel Francisco Mora Nunees and Christian Maybar Barora, have been arrested and face federal charges.

Suspects and Criminal Histories

• 🏍️ The suspects allegedly pulled up to the officer on a moped and opened fire.
• ⚖️ Christian Ibar Burora, the alleged moped driver, has a history of eight arrests between March and April of last year, including charges for grand larceny, reckless endangerment, and robbery.
• ⚠️ Miguel Francisco Mora Nunees is in the country illegally and had a prior order for removal to the Dominican Republic two years ago; he also has an active warrant for kidnapping and armed robbery in Massachusetts.

Administration's Response and Blame

• 🗣️ Homeland Security Secretary Christine NMA blames Mayor Adams and the city's sanctuary city policies for the shooting.
• 🚨 Border Czar Tom Homan stated that sanctuary cities are now a priority, with plans to flood zones with officers and apprehend individuals not on their radar.
• 🚫 Mayor Adams has expressed reservations about pursuing those seeking a pathway to citizenship.