Exclusive | Off the rails: Over half of NYC straphangers feel unsafe, unsatisfied on subways
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Simmone Leslie expressed her fear of using the subway, saying, 'I avoid riding the subway by any means necessary' due to safety concerns, recalling a terrifying incident when a disturbed man caused chaos on her train, making her feel nervous about possible weapon attacks. She now relies on ride-hailing services and carries a taser when taking the subway, highlighting the deep-seated anxiety many riders experience.
Recent MTA survey results reveal a concerning trend: only 45% of subway riders feel safe on trains, a drop from 54% in fall 2023, while inside stations, safety perception has also declined from 51% to 44%. Rider satisfaction is also low at 47%, the lowest since spring 2022. These statistics reflect the increasing unease among New Yorkers regarding subway safety.
Read at New York Post
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