New York to Test Weapons Detection Technology in Subway System

The Legal Aid Society has called on New Yorkers to voice their concerns with the city over these ‘dystopian technologies.’

New weapon detectors that can be deployed at subway entrances are displayed during a press conference in New York on March 28, 2024. Marc A. Hermann/Metropolitan Transportation Authority via AP

New York planned to test technology that can detect firearms on passengers in its subway system as part of an effort to deter violence in underground transit, its mayor announced on March 28.

New York Mayor Eric Adams said the New York Police Department (NYPD) will begin testing portable scanning machines at several stations after a 90-day notice period under city law for new surveillance technology.