New York City police officers reportedly endured 32 percent more injuries so far in 2023 than in 2022 as crime plagues their communities.
New York City Police Department data regarding the issue.
“From Jan. 1 to March 31, citywide, 1,251 on- and off-duty cops were hurt by people using physical force against them, compared to 949 in the first quarter of 2022,” the outlet said. Of the various injuries officers suffered, 1,179 of them were recorded as minor. However, nearly 50 of them were deemed “substantial” and required the victim to go to a hospital for medical attention.
In addition, 25 were considered “serious” enough for the victim to be admitted into a hospital’s care.Assaults on NYPD officers up 32% in 2023 as criminals show little fear —while cops feel ignored by lawmakers
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