Bail Set for Migrants Accused in Times Square NYPD Assault

Five migrants face varying charges after a January incident involving NYPD officers, with bail amounts set during recent court hearings.

Five migrant men allegedly involved in a January 27 Times Square attack on NYPD officers were ordered held on bail at their arraignments.
The incident, which involved physical altercations with officers, has sparked national media attention and anti-migrant outcry.
Bail amounts varied, with one individual's bail set at $1 due to being detained on other serious matters, such as under federal immigration laws.
The Manhattan District Attorney's office's approach to bail has changed, reflecting pressure and criticism over initial decisions not to request bail for most suspects.
All suspects pleaded not guilty, and the case has raised questions about the NYPD's initial account of the incident and the handling of the suspects' detentions.