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A woman was tragically set on fire and killed while sleeping on a Coney Island F train, marking the 11th murder in New York City's subways in 2024, the highest level in decades. This incident has intensified fears about rising crime during daily commutes, as transit crime statistics show an overall increase. Citywide data indicates that assaults are at their highest since 2006, with robbery and auto theft rates also elevated compared to pre-pandemic levels. The surge in crime is attributed to a combination of factors, including a shortage of police officers— with NYPD staffing having decreased from about 36,000 to 33,000—and unintended consequences from criminal justice reforms, particularly bail and juvenile sentencing reforms.
Despite being elected on a tough-on-crime platform, Mayor Eric Adams has faced numerous scandals, including issues within the NYPD. Calls for reform suggest that crime control should include expanding police hiring, revising criminal justice reforms for better management of offenders, and introducing new, scandal-free leadership. Optimism exists regarding newly appointed police commissioner Jessica Tisch. The piece emphasizes that New Yorkers deserve safer commutes and a city free from fear of violent crime.
New York City Has Lost Control of Crime
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