“This is yet another example of the NYPD safety surge delivering results when a would-be fare evader was stopped and discovered to be carrying a loaded gun. It’s no coincidence that with strategic policing, and a noticeable presence, subway riders are not only safer, but they are telling us they feel safer.” 

On Background 

• Incident happened on January 4 at the 161 St – Yankee Stadium. 
• NYPD Transit District 11 officers were patrolling the station when they observed the perpetrator attempt to avoid payment of fare. 
• Link to NYPD Transit tweet showing image of firearm: https://twitter.com/NYPDTransit/status/1610832098297798657?s=20&t=KGyiI_hPbefYGmBgIH6eDw