The number of robberies and assaults in New York City’s famous Central Park is reportedly on the rise, sowing fear among residents and tourists.
The New York Post on Saturday cited violent teenagers, vagrants, and migrants who frequent the park.
“There’s been a 222% spike in the number of robberies so far in 2024, compared to the same point in 2023, NYPD [New York City Police Department] data show. This year’s 29 incidents already surpasses the total number reported in 2019, according to the data,” the article said, adding that felonious assaults have risen 100 percent.
Upper East Side resident Kirsten Edwards said she waits to enjoy the park with her dog until later in the day because, during the early hours, she sees people with mental health issues screaming.
“Frankly, I’ve never felt this unsafe in Central Park,” she noted
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>The number of robberies and assaults in New York City’s famous Central Park is reportedly on the rise, sowing fear among residents and tourists.
>The New York Post on Saturday cited violent teenagers, vagrants, and migrants who frequent the park.
>“There’s been a 222% spike in the number of robberies so far in 2024, compared to the same point in 2023, NYPD [New York City Police Department] data show. This year’s 29 incidents already surpasses the total number reported in 2019, according to the data,” the article said, adding that felonious assaults have risen 100 percent.
>Upper East Side resident Kirsten Edwards said she waits to enjoy the park with her dog until later in the day because, during the early hours, she sees people with mental health issues screaming.
>“Frankly, I’ve never felt this unsafe in Central Park,” she noted
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