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Brooklyn train shooting: Officer, bystanders, suspect shot by NYPD in effort to subdue fare evader

A subway fare evasion led to a confrontation, resulting in multiple injuries, emphasizing the dangers officers face in crime management.

Brooklyn subway stabbing leaves man wounded, two suspects at large | amNewYork

A violent stabbing occurred at a Brooklyn subway station, leaving a man seriously wounded and suspects on the loose.

Police Search For Brooklyn Subway Assailant

A man was attacked during an attempted robbery on a Brooklyn subway train early Monday morning.

Pack of teens girls randomly attack 76-year-old man on NYC subway platform

A gang of teenage girls attacked a 76-year-old man on a subway platform in Brooklyn, using scooters and physical violence without provocation.

17-year-old robbed, stabbed inside Crown Heights subway station * Brooklyn Paper

A 17-year-old was robbed and stabbed while waiting for a train, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in subway stations despite overall crime reductions.

17-Year-Old Stabbed During Attempted Robbery at Utica Avenue Subway Station in Brooklyn

A teenager was injured while defending against a backpack theft on a subway platform in Brooklyn.

Brooklyn train shooting: Officer, bystanders, suspect shot by NYPD in effort to subdue fare evader

A subway fare evasion led to a confrontation, resulting in multiple injuries, emphasizing the dangers officers face in crime management.

Brooklyn subway stabbing leaves man wounded, two suspects at large | amNewYork

A violent stabbing occurred at a Brooklyn subway station, leaving a man seriously wounded and suspects on the loose.

Police Search For Brooklyn Subway Assailant

A man was attacked during an attempted robbery on a Brooklyn subway train early Monday morning.

Pack of teens girls randomly attack 76-year-old man on NYC subway platform

A gang of teenage girls attacked a 76-year-old man on a subway platform in Brooklyn, using scooters and physical violence without provocation.

17-year-old robbed, stabbed inside Crown Heights subway station * Brooklyn Paper

A 17-year-old was robbed and stabbed while waiting for a train, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in subway stations despite overall crime reductions.

17-Year-Old Stabbed During Attempted Robbery at Utica Avenue Subway Station in Brooklyn

A teenager was injured while defending against a backpack theft on a subway platform in Brooklyn.
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NYC to Roll Out Weapons Detectors on Friday

Straphangers may soon pass through weapons detectors on their commute, despite reduced subway crime.

Exclusive | Murders soar 60% on NYC subways, nearing record

Subway murders have risen by 60% this year, highlighting growing safety concerns despite overall crime decreasing.

Violent masked mugger and baby-faced partner-in-crime rob 3 NYC straphangers: cops

Two masked suspects have been attacking and robbing straphangers in New York City's subway system, focusing on older victims in violent assaults.

August crime report: Murder is down, but other crimes increasing in NYC

Overall crime rates in NYC have decreased for eight months, highlighting success in public safety efforts.
The murder rate in NYC has seen a 53.1% decrease, indicating effective crime reduction strategies.

NYPD: Man fatally stabbed on subway platform in Coney Island; no arrests made

A 54-year-old man was fatally stabbed at the Coney Island subway station amid rising transit crime.

NYC subway rider loses part of finger during struggle with knife-wielding robber: cops

Subway crime in NYC has increased by around 10% this November compared to last year.
Assaults and larcenies are the main contributors to the increase.

NYC to Roll Out Weapons Detectors on Friday

Straphangers may soon pass through weapons detectors on their commute, despite reduced subway crime.

Exclusive | Murders soar 60% on NYC subways, nearing record

Subway murders have risen by 60% this year, highlighting growing safety concerns despite overall crime decreasing.

Violent masked mugger and baby-faced partner-in-crime rob 3 NYC straphangers: cops

Two masked suspects have been attacking and robbing straphangers in New York City's subway system, focusing on older victims in violent assaults.

August crime report: Murder is down, but other crimes increasing in NYC

Overall crime rates in NYC have decreased for eight months, highlighting success in public safety efforts.
The murder rate in NYC has seen a 53.1% decrease, indicating effective crime reduction strategies.

NYPD: Man fatally stabbed on subway platform in Coney Island; no arrests made

A 54-year-old man was fatally stabbed at the Coney Island subway station amid rising transit crime.

NYC subway rider loses part of finger during struggle with knife-wielding robber: cops

Subway crime in NYC has increased by around 10% this November compared to last year.
Assaults and larcenies are the main contributors to the increase.
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A man is stabbed to death at Brooklyn's Coney Island subway station

A 54-year-old man was fatally stabbed at a Brooklyn subway station, raising ongoing safety concerns in NYC's public transit system.

Police: 54-year-old fatally stabbed in the back multiple times at Coney Island subway station

A 54-year-old man was fatally stabbed in the back multiple times at the Coney Island subway station.

A man is stabbed to death at Brooklyn's Coney Island subway station

A 54-year-old man was fatally stabbed at a Brooklyn subway station, raising ongoing safety concerns in NYC's public transit system.

Police: 54-year-old fatally stabbed in the back multiple times at Coney Island subway station

A 54-year-old man was fatally stabbed in the back multiple times at the Coney Island subway station.
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Why public safety is the key to functioning NYC subways - crime hot spots for over 50 years

New York subway violence has surged dramatically since 2020, echoing a historical pattern of public safety crises.

MTA operator 'fighting for his life' after vicious stabbing in Brooklyn subway station by transit recidivist

An MTA subway operator is critically injured after being attacked by a passenger, prompting concerns over transit safety and recidivism.

Crown Heights man sentenced to prison for slashing straphanger in the face * Brooklyn Paper

A Crown Heights man sentenced to seven years for slashing a straphanger's face on the subway.
Brooklyn District Attorney holds the attacker accountable for a vicious and unprovoked attack on a Good Samaritan on the subway system.
Crime in the subway system slightly decreased in 2023, and the trend continued in the first half of 2024.

Adams has NYPD playing whack-a-mole as crime drops in subway, rises on the street

Mayor Adams focuses on subway crime while violence rises above ground in Manhattan.

Another Kid Robbed at Knifepoint Inside New York City Subway Station

Safety concerns in New York's subway persist despite claims of decreased crime.

75-year-old woman shoved onto the ground of East Harlem subway platform

A 75-year-old woman was violently assaulted in an East Harlem subway station, underscoring concerns for public safety.

Why public safety is the key to functioning NYC subways - crime hot spots for over 50 years

New York subway violence has surged dramatically since 2020, echoing a historical pattern of public safety crises.

MTA operator 'fighting for his life' after vicious stabbing in Brooklyn subway station by transit recidivist

An MTA subway operator is critically injured after being attacked by a passenger, prompting concerns over transit safety and recidivism.

Crown Heights man sentenced to prison for slashing straphanger in the face * Brooklyn Paper

A Crown Heights man sentenced to seven years for slashing a straphanger's face on the subway.
Brooklyn District Attorney holds the attacker accountable for a vicious and unprovoked attack on a Good Samaritan on the subway system.
Crime in the subway system slightly decreased in 2023, and the trend continued in the first half of 2024.

Adams has NYPD playing whack-a-mole as crime drops in subway, rises on the street

Mayor Adams focuses on subway crime while violence rises above ground in Manhattan.

Another Kid Robbed at Knifepoint Inside New York City Subway Station

Safety concerns in New York's subway persist despite claims of decreased crime.

75-year-old woman shoved onto the ground of East Harlem subway platform

A 75-year-old woman was violently assaulted in an East Harlem subway station, underscoring concerns for public safety.
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NYC subway rider slashed, robbed of Jordans after refusing to join 'East Ape Brick Squad' street gang: sources

A Manhattan subway rider was attacked for refusing to join a gang, resulting in injury and theft of his sneakers.

Subway Slasher Sentenced After Brutal Attack On Brooklyn Train: DA

Man sentenced to 7 years for slashing stranger on subway.

Brooklyn Subway Cellist Attacker Released Under Supervision

Woman accused of beating cello player with bottle was quickly set free on supervised release.
Prosecutors allege 23-year-old Amira Hunter assaulted 29-year-old Iain Forrest with a metal bottle in the subway station.

NYC subway rider slashed, robbed of Jordans after refusing to join 'East Ape Brick Squad' street gang: sources

A Manhattan subway rider was attacked for refusing to join a gang, resulting in injury and theft of his sneakers.

Subway Slasher Sentenced After Brutal Attack On Brooklyn Train: DA

Man sentenced to 7 years for slashing stranger on subway.

Brooklyn Subway Cellist Attacker Released Under Supervision

Woman accused of beating cello player with bottle was quickly set free on supervised release.
Prosecutors allege 23-year-old Amira Hunter assaulted 29-year-old Iain Forrest with a metal bottle in the subway station.
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After Another Subway Shooting, New York Wrestles With Question of Safety

Fear of subway crime prompting New Yorkers to consider leaving the city.
Mixed opinions on subway safety among residents of New York City.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams, NY Gov. Kathy Hochul push to boost number of cops on subways to combat recent crime surge

Mayor Eric Adams is pushing to boost the number of cops on trains and subway platforms to tackle underground crime.
Governor Kathy Hochul is introducing new legislation to enhance the city's subway security measures.

11-year-old migrant boy arrested as 'aggressor' in violent NYC phone robbery on subway: sources

An 11-year-old migrant boy was arrested for his involvement in a subway robbery alongside a teenager in New York City.

NY's Governor Deploys National Guard to Fight Crime In NYC Subway As City's Mayor Claims Crime Is Down'

Governor Hochul announced a five-point plan to enhance subway safety, involving National Guard deployment and increased police presence.
Mayor Adams implemented measures to combat subway crimes, such as deploying more police and utilizing advanced technology.

Woman's feet amputated after boyfriend allegedly shoves her in front of NYC train

Woman's feet amputated after being pushed onto subway tracks in Manhattan following an argument with her boyfriend
New York City subway system facing crime issues prompting increased law enforcement presence

After Another Subway Shooting, New York Wrestles With Question of Safety

Fear of subway crime prompting New Yorkers to consider leaving the city.
Mixed opinions on subway safety among residents of New York City.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams, NY Gov. Kathy Hochul push to boost number of cops on subways to combat recent crime surge

Mayor Eric Adams is pushing to boost the number of cops on trains and subway platforms to tackle underground crime.
Governor Kathy Hochul is introducing new legislation to enhance the city's subway security measures.

11-year-old migrant boy arrested as 'aggressor' in violent NYC phone robbery on subway: sources

An 11-year-old migrant boy was arrested for his involvement in a subway robbery alongside a teenager in New York City.

NY's Governor Deploys National Guard to Fight Crime In NYC Subway As City's Mayor Claims Crime Is Down'

Governor Hochul announced a five-point plan to enhance subway safety, involving National Guard deployment and increased police presence.
Mayor Adams implemented measures to combat subway crimes, such as deploying more police and utilizing advanced technology.

Woman's feet amputated after boyfriend allegedly shoves her in front of NYC train

Woman's feet amputated after being pushed onto subway tracks in Manhattan following an argument with her boyfriend
New York City subway system facing crime issues prompting increased law enforcement presence
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To fix the subway, NYC must fix its mental health problems

Untreated mentally ill individuals often contribute to subway crime, highlighting the need for mental health intervention.
Increasing police presence in the subway may not be enough; there is a call for accountability in the mental health system for better outcomes.

Progressive advocate accuses Mayor Eric Adams of fueling subway crime fears in fiery radio interview | amNewYork

Progressive attorney accuses Mayor Adams of fueling fear around subway crime with harmful rhetoric.
Subway crime rates have decreased recently despite the perception of increasing crime due to specific incidents highlighted.

Attacks in NYC transit jump a massive 50% as subway murders surge: stats

The number of felony assaults on subways has surged since the pandemic.
Ridership on subways remains down about 30% compared to pre-pandemic levels.
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Governor to Dispatch Natl Guard, State Police to Subways

Governor Hochul dispatching personnel to combat subway crime
Five-point plan unveiled to enhance safety in the subway system

New York is expanding bag checks on the subway. How is this legal?

Subway crime rates in NYC have decreased from 2022 to 2024, despite recent spikes.
Perception of danger on the subway is high due to recent incidents, leading to increased security measures.

Governor to Dispatch Natl Guard, State Police to Subways

Governor Hochul dispatching personnel to combat subway crime
Five-point plan unveiled to enhance safety in the subway system

New York is expanding bag checks on the subway. How is this legal?

Subway crime rates in NYC have decreased from 2022 to 2024, despite recent spikes.
Perception of danger on the subway is high due to recent incidents, leading to increased security measures.
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45-year-old man fatally shot on subway in the Bronx

A 45-year-old man was shot dead on a Bronx subway train early Friday morning.
Police are looking for three suspects who fled the train, and the investigation is ongoing.
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NYC subway crime shoots up nearly 20% this year compared to 2023, data shows

Subway crime in 2024 increased by nearly 20% compared to last year, driven by rises in grand larcenies, felony assaults, and robberies.
In response, Mayor Eric Adams plans to implement 12-hour police tours to combat the surge in crime and increase police visibility in the subway system.

Mayor Adams Says More Officers Are Needed on Subways

Mayor Eric Adams optimistic about NYC's future
Adams addressing subway crime and migrant issues

NYC subway crime shoots up nearly 20% this year compared to 2023, data shows

Subway crime in 2024 increased by nearly 20% compared to last year, driven by rises in grand larcenies, felony assaults, and robberies.
In response, Mayor Eric Adams plans to implement 12-hour police tours to combat the surge in crime and increase police visibility in the subway system.

Mayor Adams Says More Officers Are Needed on Subways

Mayor Eric Adams optimistic about NYC's future
Adams addressing subway crime and migrant issues
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Hochul, Adams take victory lap over drop in subway crime, follows surge in cops since last fall | amNewYork

About a year after Mayor Eric Adams and Governor Kathy Hochul first stood in Fulton Center to declare their commitment to combating subway crime, the pair was back in the Lower Manhattan transit hub Friday, taking a victory lap over what they said is data showing a marked decline in offenses committed on the transit system.
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Subway crime: NYPD touts huge turnaround nearly six months after major crime spike underground | amNewYork

Subway crime dropped 6% in 2024 due to increased police presence and focus on fare evasion.

Cheer the city's progress in fighting subway crime - but will it last?

Surging more cops into subways has reduced crime, but challenges remain for long-term sustainability.

Subway crime: NYPD touts huge turnaround nearly six months after major crime spike underground | amNewYork

Subway crime dropped 6% in 2024 due to increased police presence and focus on fare evasion.

Cheer the city's progress in fighting subway crime - but will it last?

Surging more cops into subways has reduced crime, but challenges remain for long-term sustainability.
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