2023 NYC subway murders surge 60% to 8 by September 8, approaching 2022's record high of 10.
Murders on New York City subways have surged by 60% in 2023, with eight fatalities reported by September 8, compared to five in the same period last year. This trend nears the record high of 10 murders in 2022. While overall subway crime has decreased by 6%, concerns remain due to rising violent crime rates and a decline in veteran transit officers, contributing to a strained police force amid heightened safety initiatives.
September 14, 2024
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