The Regional Transit Authority’s (RTA) continued emphasis on safety paid off in 2018, as almost every category of crime was down from 2017 totals.
Thefts, assaults, and other crimes against persons were down 33 percent, while minor crimes, such as disorderly conduct, dropped 87 percent.
Transit Police are on duty 24/7 to monitor activity on RTA buses, trains, rail stations and bus shelters, along the HealthLine and the CSU Line, and Public Square, said Transit Police Chief John Joyce.
Largest reductions: Auto theft was down 70 percent, robbery dropped 47 percent, and thefts were down 30 percent.
RTA offers active shooter training for all employees. In 2018, more than 1,200 employees were trained to respond properly in active shooter situations. More employees will be trained this year.
If you see something, say something.
Call Transit Police dispatch 24/7 at 216-566-5163.
Send a text message to 216-575-EYES (3937).
The Regional Transit Authority’s (RTA) continued emphasis on safety paid off in 2018, as almost every category of crime was down from 2017 totals.
Thefts, assaults, and other crimes against persons were down 33 percent, while minor crimes, such as disorderly conduct, dropped 87 percent.
Transit Police are on duty 24/7 to monitor activity on RTA buses, trains, rail stations and bus shelters, along the HealthLine and the CSU Line, and Public Square, said Transit Police Chief John Joyce.
Largest reductions: Auto theft was down 70 percent, robbery dropped 47 percent, and thefts were down 30 percent.
RTA offers active shooter training for all employees. In 2018, more than 1,200 employees were trained to respond properly in active shooter situations. More employees will be trained this year.
If you see something, say something.
Call Transit Police dispatch 24/7 at 216-566-5163.
Send a text message to 216-575-EYES (3937).