Crime Rises 70% in AOC's Bronx, Queens District Since 2019

Since Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez took office in 2019, major crimes in her Bronx and Queens district have surged by 70%, more than double the 30% increase citywide, according to NYPD data analyzed by multiple sources. Specific precincts such as the 110th in Queens have experienced an even more alarming 105% rise, with areas known for human trafficking and prostitution significantly affected. Residents express frustration and fear, accusing AOC of neglecting her district and ignoring the escalating crime, with some citing her past support for 'defund the police' policies as contributing factors. Eyewitness accounts describe everyday realities of gang violence, car thefts, and open-air prostitution, while AOC has remained largely silent on these issues, focusing instead on national progressive causes. Critics argue that her absence and anti-police stance have left constituents vulnerable, prompting calls for her to address the crisis or face electoral consequences. Despite pleas from locals, AOC has not publicly commented on the crime surge in her district.