Queens Group Asks for State Troopers to Help with Roosevelt Ave's Crime

Community leaders in Queens are asking Governor Kathy Hochul for help. They want her to send 100 state troopers to clean up Roosevelt Avenue. This street in Queens has become a big problem with brothels, illegal vendors, and lots of crime. The local police stations are very busy and don't have enough officers to handle it. The leaders say the area is controlled by organized crime. This includes drug dealers, human traffickers, and shoplifters. They also say there are too many brothels, even near schools. The street is always messy, and the community is tired of waiting for help. Governor Hochul's office says the state police work with the local police and help when needed. They have talked to the NYPD and offered any help they need. But the community leaders feel they need more help right now.