Rise in robberies and transit crime in New York City has residents concerned, leading to increased police patrols and safety measures in the subway system.
Key Points
Recent incidents include a fatal subway shove and multiple stabbings
Deployment of additional police and National Guard troops to address crime
Plans to crack down on fare evasion and improve subway safety
Pros
Increased police presence to address the rise in crime
Efforts to make the subway system safer for residents
Cons
Continued incidents of violent transit crime impacting innocent subway riders
Challenges in addressing mental health issues and repeat offenders