Ray Kelly Warns of NYPD Staffing Crisis and Threat of Migrant Gangs Amid FBI Corruption Investigation

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Ray Kelly Warns of NYPD Staffing Crisis and Threat of Migrant Gangs Amid FBI Corruption Investigation

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Former NYPD Commissioner Ray Kelly, one of the most respected figures in the department’s history, issued a stark warning Sunday about the growing staffing crisis within the New York Police Department and the growing threat posed by the Tren de Aragua migrant gang. Speaking on 770 WABC radio’s “The Cats Roundtable,” Kelly underscored the urgent need for cooperation between the NYPD and federal agencies such as the FBI to address the emerging dangers posed by this Venezuela-based criminal organization, which is expanding its influence has expanded rapidly in New York. City, The New York Post reported.

“The NYPD is facing a significant staffing problem. They cannot hire enough officers to replace those who leave, leading to serious staff losses,” Kelly explains. The Post report indicated that his comments come as the department struggles with a severe officer shortage, exacerbated by an ongoing wave of retirements and layoffs. The staffing crisis, Kelly warned, has left the department vulnerable to sophisticated criminal networks like Tren de Aragua, which have exploited the city’s growing migrant crisis to gain a foothold in key urban areas.

During his twelve-year tenure as NYPD Commissioner, Kelly significantly expanded the department’s gang unit to combat the growing threat of organized crime. However, he acknowledged that even these efforts would be insufficient to counter the growing influence of Tren de Aragua, a gang known for its violent activities, drug trafficking and control of migrant shelters.

Kelly specifically advocated the formation of a specialized task force that would combine the resources and expertise of both the NYPD and the FBI. “The FBI should be involved because this gang operates across state lines, which gives them the necessary jurisdiction,” Kelly said, underscoring the transnational nature of Tren de Aragua’s operations. According to The New York Post, the gang has expanded its reach into New York and other major cities, taking advantage of chaotic conditions in migrant shelters and leveraging its influence in the criminal underworld.

Reports indicate that Tren de Aragua members have gained control of some migrant shelters, particularly those on Randall’s Island, where they engage in a range of illegal activities. These include violent attacks, illegal sales of firearms and running prostitution rings. The gang has also been linked to the distribution of Tussi, or “pink cocaine,” a dangerous fentanyl mix that has wreaked havoc in crime-plagued communities.

One of Kelly’s most pointed criticisms has been aimed at the legal framework in New York City, which he says hinders law enforcement’s ability to effectively address the gang problem. In particular, he cited the impact of local sanctuary laws, which prevent city officials from cooperating with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on matters related to illegal immigration and deportation. Kelly lamented that ICE is “out of the game” in New York, leaving a critical gap in the city’s defenses against criminal networks like Tren de Aragua.

Kelly argued that these sanctuary policies, championed by local leaders, have inadvertently jeopardized the safety of New Yorkers by allowing violent gang members to remain in the city without fear of deportation or federal law enforcement. The Post report said the NYPD, already strained by the staffing crisis, is now further hampered by its inability to work directly with ICE on immigration enforcement, Kelly suggested.

The failure to address these legal obstacles, he warned, could lead to further entrenchment of gangs like Tren de Aragua in the city’s vulnerable migrant populations. As the gang expands its activities, the NYPD will need federal support, both in terms of manpower and legal authority, to counter the growing threat.

Tren de Aragua’s rise coincided with the broader migrant crisis that has overwhelmed major urban centers in the United States. New York City in particular is struggling to manage the influx of migrants, many of whom are housed in temporary shelters that have become breeding grounds for criminal activity. According to The New York Post, Tren de Aragua has taken advantage of this instability, gaining control of key areas within migrant camps and using their presence to expand into drug trafficking and prostitution.

Kelly’s warnings come as the city grapples with a rise in violent crime and the challenges of managing a humanitarian crisis at its borders. The gang’s violent tactics, which include riding mopeds while armed and openly selling illegal firearms near shelters, have shocked residents and city officials alike. The NYPD’s elite forces, long considered among the most capable in the world, are reportedly overwhelmed by the size and speed of the gang’s rise in the city.

Kelly’s comments also come amid a broader climate of uncertainty within New York’s law enforcement community. The NYPD has been rocked by an FBI corruption investigation that recently led to the resignation of former Police Commissioner Edward Caban. While no direct allegations have been made against the NYPD itself, the investigation has cast a shadow over the department at a time when it is already facing significant internal and external challenges.

Compounding problems for the city’s leadership, New York Mayor Eric Adams was indicted last week on bribery and fraud charges, though he has denied any wrongdoing. These charges, which are not related to the NYPD, have nevertheless created a political firestorm, further complicating efforts to combat the crime and gang-related violence plaguing the city.

In this context, Kelly’s call for stronger federal involvement in combating gangs like Tren de Aragua takes on added urgency. With the city’s leadership in turmoil and the NYPD struggling with both staffing shortages and political pressure, Kelly argues that the time has come for federal law enforcement agencies, especially the FBI, to step in and provide critical support. As the gang’s influence continues to grow and the migrant crisis worsens, the stakes for New York City couldn’t be higher.

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