NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch and Mayor Eric Adams celebrated a significant drop in crime statistics for the first quarter of 2025, highlighting historic lows in shootings and murders. They announced a 23.1% decrease in shootings and a 34.4% drop in murders, marking the lowest in recorded history. Additional crime statistics reflect considerable declines across various categories, including robbery and grand larceny. Despite these achievements, Tisch emphasized the ongoing challenges posed by bail reform and repeat offenders, underscoring the need for continued vigilance in public safety efforts.
"We have witnessed historic lows in both shootings and overall crime, but this is not a time for complacency as challenges remain."
"The NYPD is actively addressing crime rates, focusing on repeat offenders while ensuring community safety through various reforms and initiatives to reduce firearms."
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