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NYC transit murders nearly double after Midtown shooting
Midtown subway shooting nearly doubled NYC transit killings this year compared to 2025.
In brief
Midtown subway shooting nearly doubled NYC transit killings this year compared to 2025. A fatal subway shooting in Manhattan increased transit murders to seven since January 2026, with the shooter still at large. Originally reported by New York Post.
Midtown subway shooting
A fatal shooting at a tourist-heavy Midtown station nearly doubled NYC transit murders this year compared to 2025.
Seven transit killings
Police reported seven transit killings since January 2026, with the shooter still at large.
Tourists affected
Tourists from Miami say they will hire cars instead of taking the subway after the shooting.
Family impact
The Medone family, celebrating a daughter's birthday, plans to walk or take taxis due to the shooting.
Shooter description
The shooter, described as armed and dangerous, wore a red hoodie, red pants, a black vest, and a dark backpack.
Victim's fate
The victim was rushed to Bellevue Hospital and pronounced dead by police.
The takeaway
A fatal subway shooting in Manhattan increased transit murders to seven since January 2026, with the shooter still at large.
