NYPD increases drone surveillance to combat subway surfing and enhance safety

abc7ny.com October 31, 2024, 11:01 PM UTC

The NYPD is increasing the use of surveillance drones over two subway lines to combat subway surfing. This initiative follows a rise in incidents, with six deaths this year, surpassing last year's total.

Mayor Eric Adams announced the plan, highlighting the average age of surfers is 14, with some as young as nine. Recent accidents have raised concerns, prompting the NYPD to intercept trains when surfers are spotted.

The MTA reported over 2,500 incidents in the first eight months of this year, compared to 490 in all of 2019. The NYPD aims to enhance outreach in schools to prevent further tragedies.


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