Mayor Adams, Police Commissioner Tisch announce seizure of 3,000 illegal guns in NYC
NEW YORK CITY (WABC) — Mayor Eric Adams and NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch announced the seizure of 3,000 illegal guns this year, increasing the total number of guns removed since the beginning of Adams’ administration to over 22,700. This effort has contributed to a significant decrease in crime, with shootings down by 54% and homicides by 36%.
Mayor Adams emphasized the importance of public safety, stating that the removal of firearms directly correlates to lives saved. Commissioner Tisch noted that the ongoing investigation into violent gangs has led to multiple gang takedowns and numerous arrests. Among the seized guns, 1,500 were classified as ghost guns, which are untraceable and can be easily assembled.
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