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Pols Remain Captive to Left, NY's Decline Continues

Only 30% rate city's quality of life as excellent or good.

Subway crime statistics show a significant increase in violent crimes in recent years. [ more ]

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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. [ more ]

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Woman Loses Both Feet After Boyfriend Allegedly Pushes Her Onto Subway Tracks, Gets Hit By Train: REPORT

Subway train incident in New York leads to severe injury

Tensions arise between NYPD and other criminal justice stakeholders in addressing subway crimes [ more ]

NBC News

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 [ more ]

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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. [ more ]

New York Post

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. [ more ]

New York Post

NYC Mayor Eric Adams still claims Big Apple is 'safest big city in America' despite latest horrific subway shooting

Despite recent incidents, Mayor Adams declares NYC the safest big city in America.

Subway crime is up 13.2% as of March 10. [ more ]

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Police to Introduce Bag Checks to Curb Subway Crime

Increase in subway crime prompts new resources like more officers and bag checks

Recent uptick in violent crimes in the subway system, despite a city hall claim of crime drop last month [ more ]

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Mayor Adams Says More Officers Are Needed on Subways

Mayor Eric Adams optimistic about NYC's future

Adams addressing subway crime and migrant issues [ more ]

New York Post

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. [ more ]

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New York Post

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. [ more ]

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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. [ more ]

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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. [ more ]

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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 [ more ]

New York Post

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. [ more ]

New York Post

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. [ more ]

New York Post

4 months ago

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. [ more ]

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11 months ago

Grand Jury Votes to Indict Daniel Penny in Subway Chokehold Killing

A grand jury on Wednesday voted to indict a Marine veteran who was arrested last month after killing a homeless man on a subway car in a case that created a political firestorm in New York City and beyond, according to a person with knowledge of the matter.The case against the veteran, Daniel Penny, was brought by the Manhattan district attorney's office, which had charged Mr. Penny with manslaughter in the death of the homeless man, Jordan Neely, but needed the grand jury's approval to proceed with the case.

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