Mayor Adams and Commissioner Tisch announced that the NYPD has removed 3,000 firearms from city streets in 2025, contributing to 22,700 total seizures since Adams took office. Tisch claimed that the NYPD is leading U.S. police departments in gun removals. As a result, shooting incidents have decreased by 50% in the 42nd precinct, with overall citywide lows in both shooting incidents and victims. Despite these achievements, the rise of 3-D printed guns poses a significant challenge for law enforcement regarding gun control.
The NYPD has removed 3,000 firearms from city streets, with 22,700 total seizures since Mayor Eric Adams took office, marking a significant effort in gun control.
Police Commissioner Tisch noted the NYPD's impressive results: in the 42nd precinct, shootings have decreased by 50%, and citywide, there are record lows in shooting incidents and victims.
Tisch emphasized that no other police department in America is close to matching the NYPD’s efforts under Mayor Adam's leadership in the removal of guns.
Despite major removals, 3-D printed guns are an ongoing challenge for the department, highlighting the evolving nature of gun technology.
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