A recent analysis by the New York Civil Liberties Union revealed alarming trends in NYPD traffic stops, which increased by 25% from 2023 to 2024, totaling 855,750 stops. Vehicle searches saw a staggering rise of 83%, while seizures increased by 70%. A significant portion of those affected were Black and Latino drivers, with 90% of arrests and 87% of use-of-force incidents involving these communities. The report highlights the disturbing trend of over-policing in predominantly marginalized neighborhoods, emphasizing the urgent need for reform within law enforcement practices in New York City.
According to a recent analysis by the New York Civil Liberties Union, traffic stops by the NYPD have risen by 25%, disproportionately affecting Black and Brown drivers.
The analysis highlights significant increases in vehicle searches by 83% and property seizures by 70%, alongside a concerning rise in arrests and use-of-force incidents.
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