15 Amazing Facts About NYPD Stop-And-Frisks

15 Amazing Facts About The NYPD's Stop-And-Frisk Program

May 15, 2012

Earlier this week, the NYCLU released a report on NYPD stop and frisks. The report prompted Public Advocate (and likely mayoral candidate) Bill de Blasio to call for an internal audit of the program. Other politicians, including Jumaane Williams, Christine Quinn, Scott Stringer, and John Liu have also called for stop and frisk reform.

Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Police Commissioner Ray Kelly have continued to defend the use of the program from criticism, saying it saves lives.

Here are 15 shocking facts about NYPD stop and frisks.

1. "In Brownsville, Brooklyn In 2009, 93 Out Of Every 100 Residents Were Stopped By The NYPD"




2. The NYPD Can Stop And Frisk You In Your Building

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