This is most likely a ploy. Nonetheless, the fact that he can get away with this shows what a joke the MTA subway system is:
Here’s a different variation:
These two incidents might be amusing. What isn’t amusing is the crime. It’s terrifying.
And the new, tough talking Mayor has no answers.
The randomness of the crimes is what is particularly frightening. No one is safe.
The crimes are horrific.
Only activism can provide answers. The politicians are useless:
