Following a spate of violent incidents on the subways, Mayor Eric Adams has initiated a comprehensive set of security measures aimed at eliminating knives, box cutters, clubs, and firearms from trains and platforms.

This initiative, coupled with an increased police presence, underscores the city’s commitment to ensuring public safety.

Entering the Blue Room at City Hall on Tuesday, Mayor Adams immediately addressed subway violence by displaying a visual representation of the issue.

In a candid admission, he acknowledged the prevalent feeling of insecurity among the public, emphasizing the urgency of the situation.

Unfazed by the complaints from Passengers United outside Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office, Mayor Adams swiftly took action, CBS News reported.

Bag checks, along with inspections of backpacks and other carry-ons, will be reintroduced in the subways—a security measure originally implemented almost two decades ago following coordinated bomb attacks on the London subways in 2005.

This time, the focus will be on identifying and preventing the presence of weapons.

In addition to these efforts, Mayor Adams is actively pursuing the implementation of a state-of-the-art weapons-detection system, similar to those utilized in airports, to enhance security within the transit system.

Recognizing the alarming 13% increase in transit system-related crimes since the previous year, the city is deploying an additional 1,000 police officers for 12-hour shifts to address the rising criminal activity effectively.

Written by B.C. Begley