Shannon Longworth: Two months ago, New York City mayor Eric Adams unveiled his controversial plan to end gun violence.
This morning, ten people were shot. Five are in critical condition, according to authorities. They say they found several *undetonated* explosive devices.
Keechant Sewell | New York Police Commissioner: “I want to begin by assuring the public that there are currently no known explosive devices on our subway trains, and this is not being investigated as an act of terrorism at this time.”
Shannon Longworth: And New York Governor Kathy Hochul says the suspect is still at large.
Clearly, this adds to the pressure on Adams’ plan, which revives New York City’s anti-crime unit…with some changes. In the past, such specialized units have come under fire…as they themselves were responsible for fatal shootings. But they also got illegal guns off the street.
If New Yorkers can’t feel safe taking the subway to work, the clock is ticking for Adams and his commissioner, Keechant Sewell.
What do you think? Will his plan work? Let me know in the comments.