In a shocking development, a neighborhood in Squad member Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's district has been described as resembling a Third World country rather than a thriving American community. The areas of Corona, Jackson Heights, and Elmhurst, once vibrant communities in northwestern Queens, have now deteriorated into a large flea market with unsavory conditions, according to video footage obtained by Fox News Digital.

The video reveals desperate migrants blocking up sidewalks, selling food and various items while prostitutes openly solicit sex from passersby, including teenagers. The main strip along Roosevelt Avenue has become notoriously known as "the market of sweethearts," with online videos offering advice to potential clients seeking the services of sex workers in the area.

Exclusive photos obtained by Fox News Digital depict sex workers stationed outside storefronts, actively soliciting men. Shockingly, these alleged sex workers operate throughout the day, even in the presence of families with young children. They often loiter in front of supermarkets and reportedly take their clients into makeshift brothels for sexual activities. It is important to note that prostitution is illegal in New York.

The video also showcases the deteriorating conditions of the neighborhood. It portrays streets overcrowded with vendors, piles of clothes strewn along the sidewalks, and individuals selling various goods such as sneakers, pots and pans, toys, and photo frames. Additionally, makeshift stalls encroach onto pedestrian crossings, obstructing the paths of pedestrians. It is essential to mention that only licensed vendors are permitted to sell food or goods in public spaces in New York.

Local resident, Ramses Frías, expressed his disappointment, describing the neighborhood as a "third-world market." Frías and other like-minded residents feel that illegal street vendors have taken over the area, causing a decline in local businesses and a steady increase in crime. However, it is worth noting that no response was received when Fox News Digital reached out to Ocasio-Cortez's office for comment on this matter.

The neighborhood, which claims to be the most diverse in Queens, has long served as a melting pot for migrants. However, according to residents, a portion of the migrant population resides in the U.S. illegally, with no work permits, leaving them with no option but to take to the streets to make ends meet.

Another disturbing issue plaguing the neighborhood is the open display of prostitution. Residents report that sex workers brazenly flaunt their bodies on the streets at all hours of the day. Some claim to have witnessed multiple women in scantily clad clothing lining up along 90th street, attempting to lure men. Local authorities have taken action in the past, raiding six establishments engaging in prostitution earlier this year. The raid resulted in the closure of these businesses, with Mayor Eric Adams condemning the inhumane conditions as contributing to a decrease in the quality of life for residents.

However, neighborhood activists and Curtis Sliwa, the founder of the Guardian Angels, argue that further action is needed. Despite the raid, no arrests were made, leading to criticism that the city has not been aggressive enough in tackling the issue. Sliwa highlights the fact that the area has become a well-known red-light district for migrants, with predominantly Asian sex workers and Hispanic clientele. The lack of arrests and prosecutions has allowed businesses to resume operations, further exacerbating the problem.

Amidst the deteriorating conditions and rising concerns, Ramses Frías, a former Democrat, has announced his bid as a Republican for the Assembly District 39 seat. Frías aims to reclaim the streets and provide a solution to the pressing issues in the neighborhood.

It remains to be seen how authorities will respond to the ongoing deterioration and prostitution prevalent in this once-thriving community.