Governor Kathy Hochul announced that every NYC subway train will have a uniformed police officer on board nightly. NYPD data shows a 36% reduction in subway crime in January 2025 compared to last year, coinciding with increased ridership due to congestion pricing that began on January 5. Notably, there were over 530,000 more commuters on the subway on one day this January compared to the same day last year. Additionally, traffic fatalities in the city have also decreased significantly, underscoring the positive impact of these safety measures and initiatives on urban transit.
Every subway train in NYC will have a uniformed police officer on board between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. daily, Gov. Kathy Hochul said during her State of the State address in January.
In the first month of 2025, there were 147 reported crimes on the subway down from 231 last year resulting in 36% fewer crimes committed on the rails this year.
Subway ridership has increased significantly since the start of congestion pricing on Jan. 5, with over 530,000 more people on trains than the same day last year.
Mayor Eric Adams attributed the decline in subway crime to a number of factors, including the massive police presence and effective law enforcement strategies in place.
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