The recent spate of crimes on the city's public transportation has left the city scrambling for answers as ridership continues to climb back toward pre-pandemic levels and more people return to riding with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.
At a press conference following Go's death, Adams said the attack highlights the importance of those in crisis receiving mental health services to ensure that the city's streets"above ground and below ground" are safe.
MORE: As incidents of violent crime by the homeless grab headlines, activists urge caution and solutions At least 1,000 officers were added to the subway's police force in an attempt to combat crime shortly after the announcement, accordingAdams has since also placed emphasis on mental health and community building as tools for crime prevention. He also said he hopes to target the prevalence of gun violence and ghost guns as a key issue in the city's fight against violence.
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