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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Johanna Chisholm

‘Inadequate and antiquated’: New Yorkers call out NYPD and Mayor Eric Adams after Brooklyn shooting

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As the New York City police force continues to field criticisms over their handling of the Brooklyn subway shooting, the 30-hour manhunt has resurfaced both new and old critiques of the department, including the alleged mishandling of the investigation, their treatment of unhoused persons and a skyrocketing budget.

Several key details have emerged in the days since 62-year-old suspect Frank R James was arrested that suggest there were mishaps that could’ve been avoided, which might’ve even have led to an earlier arrest of the suspected shooter.

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