2 months, 0 citations: MBTA releases numbers around its planned crackdown on fare evasion
Seven weeks into fare checks, the MBTA issued zero citations and 85 warnings while deploying fare engagement representatives to improve revenue collection and safety.
Fare evasion: A growing concern in American cities including New York
Fare evasion has expanded from NYC into a nationwide crisis, costing transit agencies hundreds of millions and prompting varied enforcement measures with mixed effectiveness.
