Crime & Safety

BART Police Chief Says Crime On The System Is Falling In Most, But Not All Categories

The BART Police Department says violent crime has dropped 36% in the first seven months of 2025.

(CBS Bay Area)

August 28, 2025

A new report from Bay Area Rapid Transit police shows that crime on trains and stations is down significantly in the first seven months of 2025.

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Violent crime has dropped compared to the same time period in 2024, according to the July monthly Chief's Report, but some other crime metrics have remained stable or increased.

As more people head back to the office, utilize BART more, safety remains a big priority. Carson Singer has been using BART to get around since he was 12 years old. He's 24 now and says he's never felt unsafe and the new data supports his feelings.

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