Written by Marcus Harris.
A disturbing new video has surfaced, allegedly showing illegal immigrants in New York City deliberately jumping in front of moving cars to extort money and perks from unsuspecting drivers, according to the New York Post.
This scam, which was first exposed earlier this year, is now gaining more attention with this new footage. Christina, a 37-year-old driver, shared her harrowing experience with the Post.
“All of a sudden, I see a man in front of my car with eyes wide open, screaming, staring at me in the eye. He was trying to get me to run him over,” Christina recounted.
“If I was distracted for one split second, or looking down, or if someone was in the left lane, my life would be over… It’s just sickening,” she added.
Rising Incidents and Community Impact
The incident, which took place on May 6 after 7:30 a.m., has left Christina deeply shaken. She believes the man involved resides at a homeless shelter in Floyd Bennett Field.
Other Rockaway Beach residents have reported similar encounters. Three additional reports of attempted extortion have surfaced, highlighting the spread of this scheme.
“It happened to me… in the dark early morning,” one resident wrote on Facebook, discussing Christina’s ordeal.
Another individual shared, “Someone did this to me outside the 7/11 on Flatbush about three weeks ago.”
On the same day, another woman reported that “a man jumped in front of my daughter’s car this morning… She was able to brake in time and didn’t hit him.”
Expert Insight and Broader Concerns
Retired NYPD officer John B. described the scam in an interview with the Post earlier this year, explaining, “They’re scaring people saying, ‘You just hit me, and I’m going to report it if you don’t give me the money.'”
This troubling scheme has emerged amid an unprecedented wave of illegal immigration in New York City, attributed by many to President Joe Biden’s open border policies. The influx has strained resources and heightened tensions, contributing to the rise of such desperate and dangerous tactics.
Our Take
This extortion scheme highlights a severe and dangerous consequence of unchecked illegal immigration. When individuals resort to such reckless and harmful tactics, it not only endangers lives but also erodes trust within the community. The strain on city resources and the escalating fear among residents are direct results of failed immigration policies. It is imperative to address these issues with urgency and enforce stricter measures to ensure public safety.
Illegal migrants are brazenly jumping in front of moving cars in NYC in a new crime bid to get hit and squeeze cash out of frightened drivers: pic.twitter.com/I2bc6VnWLY
— Dapper Detective (@Dapper_Det) June 8, 2024
