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METRO Officers Now Patrol Houston Buses | Texas News
Starting September 1, Houston’s METRO police will be hitting the buses—every sworn officer, from beat cops to top brass, spending at least two hours weekly on routes. That’s over 580 extra patrol hours aimed at deterring crime and boosting rider safety. Riders are cheering the visible presence, seeing it as a way to de-escalate tensions and support drivers. With over 517 major crimes reported on transit last year alone—from stolen phones to serious incidents—METRO’s push is part of a broader effort to keep everyone secure, both on buses and light rail, with updated crime stats expected in…
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