Sewer Scavengers Near Penn Station | New York City News

Three people in overalls and headlamps emerged from a manhole near Penn Station last Tuesday—raising alarms as NYPD investigates whether they’re migrants scavenging sewers for valuables, a trend seen before in Venezuela and other U.S. cities. Though no arrests have been made yet, detectives are reviewing footage amid warnings about deadly sewer hazards like toxic gases and unstable ground. Authorities stress this isn’t just illegal—it’s life-threatening, even as past cases often led to dropped charges for first-timers. With over 7,000 miles of underground pipes, the city is stepping up security while cautioning everyone: stay out of the sewers. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/00dcd8408de705ca