NYC Reports Historic Low Traffic Deaths in Q1 2025

New York City's crime rates have significantly decreased, with recent reports highlighting record lows in gun violence, subway crime, and traffic fatalities for the first quarter of 2025. Gun violence fell nearly 25% from the previous quarter, with only 140 shootings reported, while subway crimes hit a 27-year low, marking the first quarter in seven years without any murders on the transit system. Mayor Eric Adams praised the NYPD's efforts, indicating that the city is now the safest big city in America, a claim supported by a 10% overall drop in major crime. Additionally, traffic deaths dropped to 41, the second-lowest for any first quarter in recorded history, with significant improvements attributed to the Vision Zero initiative aimed at enhancing street safety. Despite these achievements, officials acknowledge ongoing challenges, as evidenced by recent tragic incidents on the roads. The city continues to invest in safety improvements and enforcement to further reduce all forms of violence and ensure public safety.