"New York City experienced two of its safest years in 2017 and 2018. However, in 2020, homicides and shootings surged by 47% and 97%, respectively, due to pandemic-related shutdowns."
"The reported drop in crimes like robbery and assault concealed an important reality: when accounting for the reduced time potential victims spent outside, there was a sharp increase in the risk of assault and robbery in New York."
"A 10% decrease in reported robberies might not feel significant if it's partly due to fewer opportunities for crime, leading to public skepticism about the declines in crime."
New York City experienced a significant increase in homicides and shootings during 2020, with a 47% and 97% surge, respectively. Despite a reported decline in other major felonies, the pandemic's impact on public behavior led to a heightened risk of assault and robbery. The city saw safer years in 2024 and 2025, particularly regarding gun violence. However, the overall crime rate remains higher than pre-pandemic levels, leading to skepticism about the reported declines in crime.
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