Perception of safety is often disconnected from stats that say crime is down. How did people absorb two prominent crimes days apart? Make your contribution now and help Gothamist thrive in 2026. Donate today The New York City Police Department proudly boasted this week that this has been the city’s “safest summer” for many categories.
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Perception of safety is often disconnected from stats that say crime is down. How did people absorb two prominent crimes days apart? Make your contribution now and help Gothamist thrive in 2026. Donate today The New York City Police Department proudly boasted this week that this has been the city’s “safest summer” for many categories.
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