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AGENCY TESTIMONY
Crime rates and public safety challenges in Staten Island
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DA McMahon reports a significant decrease in reported crime on Staten Island, including reductions in six of the seven major index crime categories. However, he emphasizes that there are still considerable public safety challenges to address.
- Staten Island saw a nearly double-digit decrease in reported crime last year
- The borough remains the safest community of 500,000 residents in the country
- Ongoing challenges include retail theft, school and transportation safety, and recidivism