New York City – A violent brawl erupted outside a Midtown hotel as rowdy migrants engaged in a disturbing altercation, wielding sticks, belts, and even traffic cones, as shown in shocking new video footage. The disturbing incident took place in broad daylight, with the migrants seen swinging weapons menacingly at one another, escalating into a physical fight on Eighth Avenue.
The chaotic scene unfolded at The Row hotel, where at least a dozen asylum seekers clashed on a Sunday afternoon, with onlookers capturing the violence on camera. The video showed one migrant using a bat to threaten the group before being outnumbered and attacked by four others, leading to a violent altercation in the middle of the street.
In the midst of the confrontation, some of the migrants wore bicycle helmets as cars drove past, highlighting the brazen nature of the brawl. The footage also captured one migrant striking another in the head, causing his helmet to fall off before swiftly retreating across Eighth Avenue.
Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the brawl, with the NYPD withholding comments on the incident. The Row hotel is among many locations in New York City accommodating asylum seekers who have arrived in the city in large numbers since the influx began in 2022.
The surge in arrivals has resulted in over 190,000 migrants seeking shelter in the city, with more than 64,000 currently housed in shelters. Unfortunately, instances of violence have erupted in some migrant communities in recent months, including clashes between vendors and law enforcement in various neighborhoods.
Earlier this year, a fatal stabbing occurred at a tent city on Randall’s Island, prompting city officials to implement curfews at migrant housing sites. Mayor Eric Adams took action to address safety concerns in these communities following the rise in violent incidents involving migrants.