Overview
- Bernardo Raul Castro Mata, 19, was arrested for allegedly shooting two NYPD officers in Queens.
- Castro Mata claimed guns were being smuggled into shelters using food delivery bags.
- The suspect is linked to the Tren de Aragua gang, which has been implicated in other crimes.
- Security measures have been increased at the suspect's former shelter.
- Researchers note that immigrants generally do not commit crimes at higher rates than the general public.