New York Gov. Hochul Deploying National Guard To Do Subway Bag Checks
9 months, 2 weeks ago

New York Gov. Hochul Deploying National Guard To Do Subway Bag Checks

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LOADING ERROR LOADING New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that she’s dispatching 1,000 law enforcement officers, comprised mostly of National Guard members, into the New York City subway system following recent attacks on riders and employees. The plan is for 750 National Guard officers, and 250 state and MTA police officers to patrol, conduct bag checks and deter criminal activity in the city’s busiest transit stations. “These brazen, heinous attacks on our subway system will not be tolerated,” Hochul said at a press conference, highlighting recent attacks: a 64-year-old man being kicked into the tracks at Penn Station on Sunday, a 27-year-old rider getting slashed on the hands in an apparent homophobic attack Friday and a subway conductor named Alton Scott being slashed in the neck on Thursday while leaning his head out of the train. “If a camera had been positioned on all Alton Scott’s conductor cabin last Thursday, we probably would have already apprehended the person who slashed his neck,” she said of last week’s attack on the conductor.

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What to know about the death of a woman who was set on fire in a New York City subway train
10 hours, 33 minutes ago

What to know about the death of a woman who was set on fire in a New York City subway train

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — New York City police have a person in custody who is suspected to have set a woman on fire in the subway early Sunday and then watched from a bench as she became engulfed in flames and died. Her clothing “became fully engulfed in a matter of seconds,” said New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch, describing …

New York City turns to AI-powered scanners in push to keep guns out of the subway system
4 months, 3 weeks ago

New York City turns to AI-powered scanners in push to keep guns out of the subway system

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — New York City is turning to AI-powered scanners in a new bid to keep guns out of its subway system, but the pilot program launched Friday is already being met with skepticism from riders and the threat of a lawsuit from civil liberties advocates who say the searches are unconstitutional. “But if you would speak to the …

New York City to send 800 more officers to police subway fare-beating
8 months, 4 weeks ago

New York City to send 800 more officers to police subway fare-beating

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — New York City plans to intensify a crackdown on subway fare-beating by sending at least 800 police officers specifically to keep watch on turnstiles, officials announced Monday. The train could not stop and the person was struck and was pronounced dead at the scene, the New York Police Department said. Subway safety fears have proven difficult to …

Prosecutors say New York subway shooting may have been self defense
9 months, 1 week ago

Prosecutors say New York subway shooting may have been self defense

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — A man who shot and critically wounded another passenger on a New York City subway train may have acted in self-defense and will not immediately be charged with any crime, prosecutors said Friday. Michael Kemper, the Police Department’s chief of transit, said at a briefing late Thursday that witnesses had reported that the man who was shot …

Transit crime is back as a top concern in some US cities, and political leaders have taken notice
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Transit crime is back as a top concern in some US cities, and political leaders have taken notice

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Fear of crime on subways and buses is back as a top concern in some U.S. cities, and so are efforts to persuade public officials to take the issue seriously. Kathy Hochul said Wednesday she would task 750 members of the National Guard with helping patrol the nation’s busiest subway system, saying she felt New York City …

New York will send National Guard to subways after a string of violent crimes
9 months, 2 weeks ago

New York will send National Guard to subways after a string of violent crimes

Associated Press  

Kathy Hochul announced plans Wednesday to send the National Guard to the New York City subway system to help police conduct random searches of riders’ bags for weapons following a series of high-profile crimes on city trains. Hochul, a Democrat, said she will deploy 750 members of the National Guard to the subways to assist the New York Police Department …

New York will send National Guard to subways after a string of violent crimes
9 months, 2 weeks ago

New York will send National Guard to subways after a string of violent crimes

LA Times  

Kathy Hochul said she will deploy 750 members of the National Guard to the New York City subway system to help police with bag searches at entrances to busy train stations. Kathy Hochul announced plans Wednesday to send the National Guard to the New York City subway system to help police search passengers’ bags for weapons, following a series of …

Police ID suspects in killing of man on Bronx subway car as transit officials discuss rising crime
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Police ID suspects in killing of man on Bronx subway car as transit officials discuss rising crime

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — New York City police identified three suspects in the killing of a man on a subway car last week, and transit authorities were set to meet Monday to discuss rising crime in the city’s transit system. The NYPD said in a post on X on Sunday that they’re seeking Justin Herde, Betty Cotto and Alfredo Trinidad in …

Gunfire at New York subway station kills 1, injures 5. Police say teen dispute sparked shooting
10 months, 1 week ago

Gunfire at New York subway station kills 1, injures 5. Police say teen dispute sparked shooting

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — An argument between two groups of teenagers riding the New York City subway exploded into deadly violence Monday when shooting started after the train’s doors opened at a station, killing a man and wounding five others. “There were at least six shots.” “I saw sparkles as the bullets hit the wall,” he added “A woman was holding …

As crime increases in New York City’s transit system, mayor announces criminal justice task forces
2 years, 2 months ago

As crime increases in New York City’s transit system, mayor announces criminal justice task forces

CNN  

CNN — New York has created three task forces aimed at streamlining the city’s justice system in the hopes of decreasing violence, officials announced Sunday. City officials touted frank discussions on crime solutions with criminal justice stakeholders at a two-day summit with Mayor Eric Adams held at Gracie Mansion, the official mayoral residence, on Saturday and Sunday. The three task …

Officials vow more police patrols to curb NYC subway crime
2 years, 2 months ago

Officials vow more police patrols to curb NYC subway crime

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — New York City and state officials on Saturday announced new efforts to curb violence and other crimes on the city’s subway system, including increased police patrols, cameras and mental health help for those in need. We must match the actual impacts with how New Yorkers feel on the streets and in the subway system.” Adams and Hochul …

New York City set to bolster police presence in the subway system as part of efforts to crack down on transit crime
2 years, 2 months ago

New York City set to bolster police presence in the subway system as part of efforts to crack down on transit crime

CNN  

CNN — New York state and city officials are bolstering their efforts to combat crime and mental illness in New York City’s subway system with an increased police presence and new training for officers on engaging with homeless individuals. Kathy Hochul spoke at a news conference Saturday about the plans to increase subway safety, alongside New York City Mayor Eric …

NYPD cops pose as Amazon and FedEx delivery staff to catch criminals
2 years, 5 months ago

NYPD cops pose as Amazon and FedEx delivery staff to catch criminals

Daily Mail  

At least three NYPD officers were pictured posing as Amazon and FedEx delivery drivers at a subway station on Wednesday while hunting for perverts. The three undercover NYPD officers at the Myrtle-Broadway station in Brooklyn, New York, on June 29 The Instagram user who posted the photo said that the cops were trying to catch fare evaders To counter rising …

After mass shooting, NYC explores gun detectors in subways
2 years, 6 months ago

After mass shooting, NYC explores gun detectors in subways

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — In the aftermath of a mass shooting on a New York City subway train, the mayor floated a high-tech idea: deploy scanners that can spot someone carrying a gun into the transit system before they have a chance to use it. In an email, Dana Loof, Evolv’s chief marketing officer, said false positives “are an order of …

After mass shooting, New York City explores gun detectors in subways
2 years, 6 months ago

After mass shooting, New York City explores gun detectors in subways

Hindustan Times  

In the aftermath of a mass shooting on a New York City subway train, the mayor floated a high-tech idea: deploy scanners that can spot someone carrying a gun into the transit system before they have a chance to use it. You’re going to have to tie up a lot of officers doing this,” said James Dooley, a retired New …

New York subway shooting: 62-year-old man arrested after manhunt
2 years, 8 months ago

New York subway shooting: 62-year-old man arrested after manhunt

India Today  

Authorities arrested the gunman who allegedly set off smoke bombs and shot 10 passengers in a packed New York subway car, television station NBC New York reported, citing four law enforcement sources with direct knowledge of the case. U-HAUL VAN The New York Police Department says James, who has addresses in Philadelphia and Milwaukee, Wisconsin, left keys to a rented …

Anxieties resurface as gunfire erupts on NYC subway
2 years, 8 months ago

Anxieties resurface as gunfire erupts on NYC subway

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — As the year began, New Yorkers shuddered at a subway crime straight out of urban nightmares — the death of a woman shoved onto the tracks by a disturbed stranger. The city’s new mayor vowed to “make sure New Yorkers feel safe in our subway system.” But commuters Tuesday morning faced an attack that evoked many riders’ …

Anxieties resurface as gunfire erupts on NYC subway
2 years, 8 months ago

Anxieties resurface as gunfire erupts on NYC subway

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The city’s new mayor vowed to “make sure New …

New York Police Department names 'person of interest' in Brooklyn subway station shooting
2 years, 8 months ago

New York Police Department names 'person of interest' in Brooklyn subway station shooting

India TV News  

Highlights NYPD has identified a 62-year-old man as a “person of interest” in Brooklyn subway station shooting New York City agencies have also announced a joint USD 50,000 reward for any information Ten people were injured by gunfire and an additional 13 others were injured The New York Police Department has identified a 62-year-old man as a “person of interest” …

Brooklyn subway shooting: Gun found as police say fugitive wanted to shoot more but weapon jammed
2 years, 8 months ago

Brooklyn subway shooting: Gun found as police say fugitive wanted to shoot more but weapon jammed

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. At least 28 people were injured …

Brooklyn subway shooting highlights: 'Not being probed as terrorism but…' say police
2 years, 8 months ago

Brooklyn subway shooting highlights: 'Not being probed as terrorism but…' say police

Hindustan Times  

New York City Police Department officers leave a subway station, the scene of a shooting, in the Brooklyn borough on April 12, 2022. At least 16 people have been injured in a shooting at a subway station in New York's Brooklyn on Tuesday morning. The New York City Fire Department said that of the total injured, 10 were hit by …

New York-Brooklyn subway shooting: 16 injured, 10 shot in rush hour horror, suspect on run | Top developments
2 years, 8 months ago

New York-Brooklyn subway shooting: 16 injured, 10 shot in rush hour horror, suspect on run | Top developments

India TV News  

At least 16 people have been injured, 10 shot and 5 are in critical but stable condition after Tuesday's morning shooting at Brooklyn subway station during peak commuting hours when employees, students were heading towards work. Addressing a presser, the New York Police Department commissioner said Brooklyn subway attack is not being investigated as terrorism as there are no life-threatening …

Brooklyn NY subway shooting leaves over 20 people injured
2 years, 8 months ago

Brooklyn NY subway shooting leaves over 20 people injured

Al Jazeera  

Suspect set off a smoke device and fired shots inside a metro train in Brooklyn during the morning rush hour. Ten people were shot on Tuesday morning inside a subway train in Brooklyn after a man put on a gas mask, set off two smoke canisters and began shooting at terrified passengers, New York city officials said. Thirteen other people …

New York City crime wave continues into 2022 as city rolls out safety plan
2 years, 9 months ago

New York City crime wave continues into 2022 as city rolls out safety plan

CNN  

CNN — Major crimes in New York City spiked nearly 60% in February compared to the same month in 2021 – a large majority occurring in a small swath of the metropolis – as Mayor Eric Adams rolled out his plan to combat gun violence and crime in the city. “The huge increase in hate crimes and subway crimes are …

NYC subway safety plan gets going after a violent weekend
2 years, 10 months ago

NYC subway safety plan gets going after a violent weekend

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — New York’s latest plan to tackle both crime and homelessness in subways was rolling into action Monday after police logged more than a half-dozen attacks in trains and stations over the holiday weekend. Mayor Eric Adams’ plan, announced Friday, involves sending more police, mental health clinicians and social service outreach workers into the subways. Levy, however, advised …

All New York subway stations now have security cameras
3 years, 3 months ago

All New York subway stations now have security cameras

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — All of New York’s 472 subway stations now are equipped with security cameras. The installation of the cameras has been accelerated over the last year after crime spiked in the subway system during the pandemic while ridership dropped. An MTA survey in the spring found that crime and harassment were as big a concern as COVID-19 for …

24-hour subway service returning to city that never sleeps
3 years, 7 months ago

24-hour subway service returning to city that never sleeps

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. More than 2 million people rode New York City …

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