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Venezuelan Migrant Arrested for Chain-Snatching in Manhattan, Released Without Bail

Aug 30, 2024, 04:19 PM

An 18-year-old Venezuelan migrant, Louis Castillo Torres, has been arrested in connection with a series of chain-snatching incidents in Midtown Manhattan. Despite being accused of several thefts, including a recent sidewalk robbery, Torres has been released without bail. This has raised concerns among residents and visitors, as the wave of thefts continues to leave them on high alert. The case highlights ongoing debates about the criminal justice system and its handling of repeat offenders.