NYC sees spate of attacks on kids in Big Apple's affluent neighborhoods: Police experts weigh in
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New York City kids have fallen victim to a spate of random or unprovoked attacks over the past several months, while police and experts warn safety should not be a concern.
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And the number of victims under 18 has increased 34% year-to-date compared to 2021, statistics show. According to data provided by the New York Police Department (NYPD), 117 victims under 18 were shot as of Aug. 14 this year, up from the 87 kids and teenagers shot during the same time in 2021.
But experts warned against the notion of any trend toward assaults on children. Murders and shootings citywide and involving victims of all ages are down year-to-date as of August 14, while felony assaults are up by 19%.
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