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NYC Mandates Transparency on Shots Fired | New York City News
New York City just passed a landmark bill requiring the NYPD to release detailed data on every “shots fired” incident — even when no one is hurt. Council members pushed for this transparency, arguing it will empower the public and lawmakers to better understand and combat gun violence. While police already investigate these events using tech and witness reports, the new law ensures clearer, more consistent reporting — including cases triggered by ShotSpotter or 911 calls, where evidence may be scarce. The goal? To turn every discharge into a public record, helping communities stay safer and…
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