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NYC crime: February sees sharp drop in felonies, and a historic decrease in shootings during first two months of 2025

By Barbara Russo-Lennon Posted on March 3, 2025

NYC crime rates fell again in February as city and state officials continue initiatives aimed at maintaining law and order in the streets, subways and beyond, according to the latest data from the NYPD. 

Overall, major crimes, including murder, robbery, assault, burglary, grand larceny, and grand larceny auto (car theft), are down 14.5% across the five boroughs for the third month in a row.

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NYC crime: February sees sharp drop in felonies, and a historic decrease in shootings during first two months of 2025

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