CTA Violent Crime Nears Decade High as Feds Threaten Funding Cuts
Violent crime on the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) has risen to its second-highest level in the past decade, with 2,893 crimes reported in the 12 months ending in July.
According to an analysis of Chicago Police data, this represents a significant increase in violent crime, with nearly double the number reported a decade ago.
- The arrest rate for violent crimes on the CTA has dropped, with fewer than 1-in-5 cases leading to an arrest.
- In comparison, a little over 1-in-4 transit crimes overall resulted in an arrest.
As a result, federal funding for the CTA is in jeopardy, with authorities threatening to cut funding unless public safety improves.
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The CTA is planning a fare hike of 25 cents per ride, while state lawmakers consider a bailout of the system and other Chicago-area mass transit.
Author's summary: CTA violent crime rises near decade high.