At a recent oversight hearing, NYC Council members and leaders discussed the surge in subway surfing among young New Yorkers, attributing the trend largely to social media influences.
NYPD Chief of Transit Joseph Gulotta noted the average age of subway surfers is 14, with some as young as 9, highlighting the alarming onset of this dangerous activity.
Michael Kemper, MTA Chief Security Officer, emphasized the MTA's daily efforts to tackle the plethora of concerning subway surfing content on social media platforms, flagging over 10,000 posts.
Queens City Council Member Selvena Brooks-Powers stated the urgency of addressing subway surfing, as it has resulted in at least five deaths last year, underscoring the need for public safety measures.
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