Two people arrested in New York City for allegedly climbing out of manhole

Two individuals, Kevin Rodriguez and Samuel Reveron, both 25, were arrested in New York City for allegedly emerging from manholes. Police suspect they were searching for valuables washed into storm drains and sewer systems. The arrests followed reports of other individuals emerging from manholes, including during the United Nations general assembly. Rodriguez and Reveron were charged with trespassing and conspiracy and were released without bail. The police stated these incidents align with previous investigations into individuals entering the sewer system for valuables and scrap metal. Additional security sweeps were conducted due to the UN assembly and the sensitivity of the location.

Two men, Kevin Rodriguez and Samuel Reveron, were arrested and charged with conspiracy and trespassing after being seen emerging from a New York City sewer manhole. The incident occurred near a hotel where Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was expected to stay during the United Nations General Assembly. Police stated that such incidents often involve individuals searching for valuables or scrap metal in the sewer system, particularly after storms. However, due to the U.N. General Assembly and the sensitive location, the NYPD conducted additional security sweeps with federal partners. Rodriguez and Reveron, both from Queens, pleaded not guilty and were released from custody. These arrests follow a pattern of similar incidents reported in the city in recent months.