New York City Mayor Eric Adams plans to test gun-detecting tech in subways, invest in mental health workers, after a deadly shoving attack.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced plans to test gun-detecting technology in the city's subway system, aiming to boost passenger safety after a recent deadly shoving attack. A 90-day public consultation period will involve deploying new surveillance equipment, and $20 million will be invested in deploying teams of mental health workers in the subway system. Initially, the technology will be piloted in a few stations.

March 28, 2024
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