In a recent development, New York Governor Kathy Hochul has deployed nearly 1,000 National Guard troops to patrol NYC's subway system in response to rising subway crime rates and amidst a backdrop of 2,903 gun violence related deaths in 2024. This move has sparked a wide range of reactions, with some praising the governor's proactive stance on public safety, while others criticize it as a failure to address the root causes of crime, such as the issue of recidivist criminals. The deployment comes amid a backdrop of increasing violence in the subway, including a recent incident where a straphanger was slashed in the neck by a stranger, another where a man was shot in the head during rush hour at the Hoyt-Schermerhorn station, and a broader context of 67 days with 71 mass shootings. Critics argue that the presence of the National Guard and increased bag checks by the NYPD may not be sufficient to make the subways feel safer for New Yorkers. This situation raises questions about the effectiveness of such measures and the broader strategy for combating crime in the city's public transportation system.
These videos are horrifying and traumatic. Imagine commuters on a train going to their destinations and two people get into a dispute, physically fight and one has a gun. Why are people so emboldened to bring weapons on the subways with no regard for anyone’s safety. SMH. https://t.co/KxiToOFU6E
New York subway shooting captured in terrifying videos https://t.co/41ETzgMEGV https://t.co/Xx69Y7Qgsr
🚨🇺����THE MOMENTS THAT LED UP TO FATAL NYC SUBWAY SHOOTING “I’ll beat you up. You think you can beat up cops? I’ll beat you up. Beat on me. F**k you. F**k your kind. F**k your race.” Source: Daily Mail https://t.co/SAbSXyKumE https://t.co/SUGAa7e0nh
This video is going viral in the U.S. It shows the moments leading up to the shooting on a NYC subway G train heading for Brooklyn. NY Governor Kathy Hochul ordered National Guard soldiers to start patrolling the subway after an increase in violence https://t.co/6V4pNEar83
Harrowing video shows moments leading up to NYC subway shooting, as aggressor gets into HEATED argument with 'migrant' passenger he accuses of 'beating up cops', before he's stabbed and shot in the head with his own gun https://t.co/rk81BH8WLj https://t.co/CKVqdmgALc
Bodycam video shows NYPD officers spring into action to pull man from subway tracks https://t.co/p94CPqQ4LI
In the aftermath of the New York City Subway Shooting, NYPD officers swiftly apprehend the gunman while emergency responders attend to the critically injured victim. https://t.co/GBuhGtQYrx
AFTERMATH OF NYC SHOOTING https://t.co/5XYXuxJZNV
Here’s the full video of the NYC subway incident. The black guy provokes a fight with the Latino man before pulling out a gun. He was later disarmed when the gun was used against him. Curiously, the other videos of the incident cut out the start making it appear as if the black… https://t.co/4K0aQAZbOe
Harrowing video shows men clashing moments before NYC subway shooting: ‘I’ll beat you up!’ https://t.co/78nsPn5n5y https://t.co/F7GKFH56Yf
Today, a senseless confrontation escalated into a shooting in our transit system. While the circumstances surrounding this incident remain under investigation, what is absolutely clear is that the moment the doors to that train car opened at the next station — your NYPD officers… https://t.co/1oNB9yma88
I've seen videos of terrifying moments for NYers straphangets. I pray for the health of all As @GovKathyHochul contemplates simply sending even more Nat'l Guard to the subway system or this specific station that already has a police station on it, many once again plead for… https://t.co/BJJu5fA6Dt
I've seen videos of terrifying moments for NYers straphangets. I pray for the health of all As @GovKathyHochul contemplates even more Nat'l Guard to the subway system or this specific station that already has a police station on it, many once again plead for leadership that… https://t.co/BJJu5fA6Dt
I was on the subway this week & posted that there were @NYPDnews officers were on platforms. Although they weren’t on the train to prevent horrific shooting their presence on platform was important. They nabbed the suspect as soon as doors opened
Authorities said Thursday’s shooting involved two men who police have not identified and who got into a confrontation, and then a physical fight, aboard the moving train just before 4:45 p.m. #NYC https://t.co/8hY3cfGdCd
Today a senseless confrontation escalated into a shooting in our transit system. While the circumstances surrounding this incident remain under investigation, what is absolutely clear is that the moment the doors to that train car opened at the next station — your NYPD officers… https://t.co/C4vr7ivUSa
Just saw the video of the altercation that led to the subway shooting. The person who was shot with his own gun was clearly looking to harass people and engage in an altercation. Then after someone tries to step in and break up the fight, he pulls a gun. The real problem is…
We are shocked and saddened by this tragic shooting in Brooklyn—which demonstrates the need for real, effective solutions to holistically address subway safety. As we wait for further updates, our prayers are with the victim and his family tonight. https://t.co/jXpwrCmLxD
NYC SHOOTING ON PACKED SUBWAY TRAIN https://t.co/EMtn4s9peZ
Shocking footage shows gunmen shooting 4 times on a NYC train https://t.co/MGdmeWbanl
NYC straphanger shoots 'aggressive' rider in head after wrestling gun away from him during fight: New Yorkers say guy is a hero for saving other commuters. https://t.co/rL6vO6IxNV via @nypmetro
My conversation with John Catsimatidis and Rita Cosby on 77 WABC Radio about crime in New York City subways — and the need for more NYPD cops. https://t.co/2JU2ZqkEJu
My conversation with John Catsimatidis and Rita Cosby about crime in New York City subways — and the need for more NYPD cops. https://t.co/7Ae7fYC2hR
According to videos of the incident, the man who was shot in the head on the train at Hoyt-Schermerhorn went on an anti-migrant rant after provoking a dispute, at some point got stabbed, threatened a couple with a gun, then got shot by his own gun. All between stops.
There was a shooting in the train at Hoyt-Schermerhorn. Two guys got into a fight. One of them pulled out a gun. The other guy grabbed it and shot the gun owner’s head. We don’t have to live like this. https://t.co/i1GzzyM0i6
My team and I are in contact with the NYPD about the horrible shooting that occurred in the Hoyt-Schermerhorn subway station in my district. This incident reinforces how essential it is for Congress to pass federal gun safety legislation. The senseless acts of violence must end. https://t.co/b06zXCrYKn
Kathy Hochul sent nearly 1,000 National Guardsman into the subway not but 4 days ago and things are somehow worse than before. https://t.co/KHETvX2ck9
Woman shot in Queens after arguing with gunman on bus https://t.co/c16VOkcfIC https://t.co/lURxm8qgAw
They’re shooting up subways in New York now https://t.co/y2imRT064L
This gentleman decided to start some shit with a random stranger on the subway, and, in the course of it, he managed to get stabbed with his own box cutter and then shot in the head with his own gun. https://t.co/cG2T9I8AWP
“Where’s the NYPD?” Hmmmmmmmm https://t.co/oEi2v2AXof
Disturbing video of this afternoon’s subway fight and shooting in Brooklyn. Police officers and National Guard soldiers need to be constantly circulating in trains and stations — not standing around or checking bags. https://t.co/iqJj944Ssa
.@CommissBratton: New York subways need more cops https://t.co/ueo9anbTeo
Here’s the video of what led up to the critical shooting aboard a NYC train in Brooklyn. “Where’s the NYPD?”. Demonized. Demoralized. Defunded. https://t.co/N4QgiLh80N
1 shot in New York City subway following scuffle with another man: Police https://t.co/cHJO5iXyKN
NYC in 2020: DEFUND THE POLICE!!! NYC in 2024: WHERE'S THE NYPD??? https://t.co/s2ZRJGTvu1
New Yorkers are begging the politicians to step up and do the right thing. This video is all over the internet and my anxiety is bad from looking at this. Crack down on those who break the laws. This is horrible. Putting people’s lives at risk. The subways are not safe! Warning… https://t.co/8xqdkbloLU
New Yorkers are begging the politicians to step up and do the right thing. This video is all over the internet and my anxiety is bad from looking at this. Crack down on those who break the laws. This is horrible. Putting people’s lives at risk. The subways are not safe!… https://t.co/HW1EHOYUMG
Dramatic Footage From Shooting in Brooklyn Subway Station Shows Commuters Hunkering Down https://t.co/mfPdMVIw4H
A man shot in a subway in NYC today, another man shot on a CTA bus yesterday in Chicago. https://t.co/dya67XpgZB
This is after the National Guard was deployed and NYPD started checking peoples bags on the subway. Don’t you feel safe? Aren’t you glad New York is fighting against the ability for law abiding citizens to carry their guns in common places? https://t.co/VefbzTts0J
SEE IT: In New York where they tried Trump for paying back loans in full, panic unfolds as a man is shot in the head on the New York City subway. The suspect is said to be in custody but might be released. They are not going after real criminals. WATCH https://t.co/lZvE611BeZ
“Where’s the NYPD?!” No one wants to defund the police or ban guns when criminals are running around executing people in the subway. https://t.co/E2Stp7NuBi
BREAKING: Man shot by own gun after allegedly provoking dispute on Brooklyn subway train during rush hour; suspect in custody - WABC https://t.co/tgdlkcNXka
NYC — MAN SHOT IN THE HEAD DURING RUSH HOUR — THE DIVIDENDS OF LINCOLN AND GRANT KEEP PAYING https://t.co/RkQTi4e1If
NYC — MAN SHOT IN THE HEAD DURING RUSH HOUR — THE DIVIDENDS IF LINCOLN AND GRANT KEEP PAYING https://t.co/RkQTi4e1If
WATCH: Police rush through station to save man that fell onto subway tracks https://t.co/PYIsgRnn0T
VIDEO: New York police jump to the rescue of a man who had fallen on the tracks of a subway station.
ESU officers detail rescue of woman pushed on subway tracks | Exclusive https://t.co/ENJTAZRuSO https://t.co/EBQYyIhgL2
For @thenation, I wrote about the big mistake Kathy Hochul made sending National Guard troops into the subway system. https://t.co/PlDqf4hnZA
Officers from @NYPDTransit recently responded to a robbery in progress that involved a knife. They promptly arrived at the scene & arrested the man who was carrying stolen items. It was later discovered that the thief was a repeat offender who was also wanted for a past robbery. https://t.co/xy9Qz6uMgZ
Dog and Pony Show continues in NYC: Straphanger slashed in neck by stranger in latest unprovoked violence in NYC subway https://t.co/FbW9FXsIff via @nypmetro
NYPD officers rush to rescue man who fell on subway tracks in the Bronx: VIDEO https://t.co/6CLCrlZYsc https://t.co/BzFXU1mfVw
Every person in our nation has a right to be free from the horror of gun violence. And yet, today, extremists stand by and refuse to pass reasonable gun safety laws to keep our children and places of worship safe. It’s time for Congress to act.
67 days 71 mass shootings Sensible gun laws are long overdue in this country. Banning assault weapons and requiring universal background checks would stop this carnage in its tracks. https://t.co/4sKojVAJ2n
No matter the assignment, New York's Finest are always there to serve all New Yorkers across the city. While on train patrol in the Bronx, Sgt. Thomas and Officers Nunez & Bertrand assigned to the @NYPD76Pct in Brooklyn, sprang into action to help a straphanger in need.⬇️ https://t.co/DrNF5Gx70n https://t.co/t9YMCJb7yF
Straphanger slashed in neck by stranger in latest unprovoked violence in NYC subway https://t.co/GGloKN4l5y https://t.co/aqAAyyDLtR
.@GovKathyHochul described changes to NY’s bail laws last year in her @TheView interview earlier. She says former Gov. Andrew Cuomo & the legislature “watered them down” before she assumed her role, which “made it impossible for judges to look at the whole picture of the crime.” https://t.co/pHqKppH3pl
Hochul visits 'The View,' touting her efforts to tackle crime during her 30-month governorship The New York governor defended polarizing new subway safety plan and offered a new account of her rise to the post https://t.co/e3pBLuxIc8
Democrat New York Gov. Kathy Hochul — who was recently forced to deploy National Guard troops to patrol NYC's subway system — denies Democrat-run cities are basically just "poorly run war zones." https://t.co/4UQlTdfH8Q
As of March 8th, there have been 2,903 gun violence related deaths in 2024. This senseless carnage must end. It's deplorable my @HouseGOP colleagues defend their paychecks from the NRA & NSSF over the lives of their constituents. We must pass responsible gun safety laws now. https://t.co/i0nvxVjKqe
The National Guard can’t protect NY Governor Kathy Hochul from her failure to keep dangerous recidivist criminals behind bars. https://t.co/KAELMrl2W7 via @nicolegelinas
OPINION | Hochul’s smart subway deployment People are scared. They’re upset. They want someone to take charge and help them. So what did Hochul do? She saw a problem and she did something about it. @MobileVoting https://t.co/w5sFM1AAjd
Will the National Guard help deter subway crime? Our law enforcement contributor weighs in on the governor's safety plan. https://t.co/YbM1l9bUoj