(Bronx, NY) Senator Rivera issued the following statement following calls for security cameras at Williamsbridge Oval Park in response to the stabbing incident on August 5. Senator Rivera awarded a $162,000 capital grant to the Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center, located at 3225 Reservoir East, Bronx, NY 10467 for the purchase of 15 spin bikes and the purchase and installation of 14 interior and 6 exterior security cameras in March 2024 and submitted their application in July 2024.

"The horrible attack that claimed the life of 14-year-old Angel Mendoza Hernandez and injured a 17-year-old victim shocked our community. I have heard the urgent calls from neighbors and colleagues to add security cameras at Williamsbridge Oval. Yesterday, I sent a letter to NYC Parks and Recreation urging them to prioritize installing the cameras I funded last year. While I am relieved that arrests have been made in connection with this incident, we must do more to keep our community safe and prevent such violence before it occurs."