NYC Subway Safety Gets a Major Overhaul: Hochul's Bold Plan

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a six-month plan to significantly improve safety on NYC subways, particularly overnight. This initiative, developed in collaboration with Mayor Adams, aims to address rising safety concerns.

Key elements of the plan include:

• Increased Police Presence: A police officer on every subway train between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. for the next six months.
• Improved Lighting and Infrastructure: Installation of bright LED lights in every subway station and barriers at 100 stations to prevent falls onto the tracks by year's end. "Modernized" gates will also prevent fare evasion.
• 24/7 Triage Centers: Assistance centers on major subway lines will operate around the clock to help those in need.

This initiative follows recent high-profile incidents, including a man being charged with attempted murder after pushing another onto the tracks and a woman being fatally set on fire on a train. These events have heightened public concern about subway safety. The plan is intended not only to enhance safety but also to improve the financial stability of the MTA.

<p>Both Governor Hochul and Mayor Adams have emphasized the importance of making the subway system safer for riders and workers. Mayor Adams has publicly supported the increased police presence.</p>

Link to Governor Hochul's Press Release