Report: Robberies up 222 Percent, Felony Assaults Jump 100 Percent in New York City's Central Park

The number of robberies and assaults in New York City’s famous Central Park is reportedly on the rise, sowing fear among residents and tourists. The New York Post on Saturday cited violent teenagers, vagrants, and migrants who frequent the park. “There’s been a 222% spike in the number of robberies so far in 2024, compared to the same point in 2023, NYPD [New York City Police Department] data show. This year’s 29 incidents already surpasses the total number reported in 2019, according to the data,” the article said, adding that...