New York Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that her administration plans to deploy. 750 National Guardsmen to the New York City subway system as underground violence escalates.
during wednesday Press conference In Albany, Hochul said:5 point planAs part of a new strategy to curb violence, Hochul plans to deploy 1,000 New York State Police, Metropolitan Transportation Authority officers and the New York National Guard to assist the NYPD in its investigation. Baggage inspection.
The governor introduced a bill that would give judges the power to ban individuals convicted of violent crimes on city transit from subway riding. To ensure the safety of transport workers, additional cameras will be installed throughout the metro system, including inside conductor rooms. Hochul’s multifaceted plan also includes “strengthening collaboration between district attorneys and law enforcement” and “increasing the number of Subway Cooperative Activity Outreach (SCOUT) teams system-wide.” There is.
“Such a brazen and brutal attack on our nation’s subways is unacceptable,” Hochul said. “In addition to 750 New York National Guard members, we’re going to have an additional 250 members from State Police and MTA Police. We’ll see them at the table, making sure no weapons are brought in, and working together.” Not only the New York City Police Department, but also the New York State Police. Because people heading to work, visiting family, or going to the doctor’s appointment don’t have to worry that the person sitting next to them has a weapon. Whether someone tries to brandish a knife or a gun. ”
“Effective immediately, the MTA will work with the District Attorney and NYPD to create a new early warning system for repeat offenders,” Hochul continued. “We know who they are. They will have a criminal history on their record at the time of their arrest, so it will be fully taken into account when decisions are made regarding charges and bail.”
The subway crime rate increased by 20% in the first two months of 2023 compared to the same period last year, according to NYPD statistics.
Hochul announced a new plan to reduce violent crime in the wake of several recent attacks on New York City’s subways. So far this year, three people have been shot and killed on transit.
On Tuesday, New York City Democratic Mayor Eric Adams similarly announced The city plans to increase the number of police officers patrolling baggage inspections and subways.
“We need police officers,” Adams said. “When I’m on the subway and I talk to passengers, they say, ‘Eric, nothing gives us more peace of mind than seeing that police officer walking around the subway and train at the token kiosk. No, that’s what we’re here for.’ That’s what we want our police officers to do.”
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