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Story summary
- As of April 5, 2026, robberies in NYC's transit system rose 21 percent to 128 incidents from 106 last year.
- Felony assaults fell 6 percent, while overall assaults rose 60 percent versus pre-COVID levels.
- Riders voice safety concerns and call for more police presence on trains, not just platforms.
- Former NYPD Detective Michael Alcazar warned crime could worsen as summer approaches and urged patrols to deter activity.
