An analysis by the New York Civil Liberties Union revealed a 25% increase in NYPD traffic stops from 2023 to 2024, with substantial surges in vehicle searches and seizures, highlighting disproportionate impacts on Black and Brown communities. In 2024, the police made 855,750 traffic stops and increased vehicle searches by 83%. The report indicated that 90% of arrested drivers were Black or Latino, with similar racial demographics observed during incidents involving the use of force. The analysis also provided a detailed map of Brooklyn precincts, showcasing the most frequent traffic stops.
The NYPD's traffic stop data, analyzed from January 2023 to December 2024, reveals significant increases in stops, searches, and use of force, disproportionately affecting Black and Brown communities.
In 2024, the NYPD conducted 855,750 traffic stops, marking a 25% increase from the previous year, highlighting growing scrutiny and enforcement on minority drivers.
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