New York City officials announced a historic decline in crime, with shootings and murders hitting record lows from January to May 2025. This year's figures include 264 shootings and 112 homicides, slightly down from previous lows. Mayor Eric Adams credited these achievements to his administration's commitment to precision policing and the effective efforts of the NYPD, which has removed over 22,000 illegal guns from the streets. The significant drop in crime reflects a safer urban environment, positively impacting families and communities.
When I took the oath of office as mayor, I made a promise that we would make this city safer and that we would drive down crime. Today, the numbers prove that we have not just kept that promise - we have exceeded it. I am exceptionally proud to share that from January 2025 to May 2025, New York City saw the lowest number of shootings and homicides in recorded history.
This is not just a statistical win - these numbers represent thousands of New Yorkers who are alive today and safer today, families who can sleep more soundly at night, and communities that are thriving because they know their city is back.
These historic achievements are the direct result of our administration's commitment to precision policing, strategic deployment of resources, and the tireless dedication of the brave men and women of the NYPD.
Our officers have also removed over 22,000 illegal firearms from our streets, including dangerous ghost guns that have no place in our communities.
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