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Is crime down in NYC?

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Major crime in New York City has reached historic lows, credited to precision policing. However, youth gun violence remains a concern, prompting targeted safety measures and continued efforts to address this issue.

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NYPD points to historic lows in major crime to tout ‘safest big city'

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  • NYPD reports historic lows in major crime across New York City
  • Teen shooting victims and suspects reached record highs in 2025 29s
  • School safety zones launched, cutting crime by over 50% in those areas 1m 11s
  • Commissioner Tish calls for city and state collaboration on youth crime 1m 27s
  • Tish credits precision policing for overall crime reduction 1m 36s

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NYPD points to historic lows in major crime to tout ‘safest big city'
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NYPD points to historic lows in major crime to tout ‘safest big city'

Police Commissioner Jessica Tish announces that crime has hit historic lows in New York City, attributing the decline to precision policing strategies.

NYPD points to historic lows in major crime to tout ‘safest big city'
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NYPD points to historic lows in major crime to tout ‘safest big city'

Tish credits precision policing for the drop in overall city crime and states, 'Our crime-fighting strategy in New York City is working,' with ongoing efforts to refine approaches.

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