NYC to Begin Testing Weapons Scanners in Subways
Mayor Adams announces new security measures as subway crime rates show significant decline in 2024.
- Weapons scanners to be installed at select subway stations in the coming days.
- Mayor Adams highlights an 8% drop in subway crime compared to 2023.
- New technology aims to detect firearms without causing delays for passengers.
- Critics argue the scanners could lead to congestion and privacy issues.
- Deployment follows extensive testing and a surge in early 2024 subway crime.
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