What’s it going to take to make the TTC safer?

Being on guard while riding the TTC has become the new normal. From stabbings to swarmings, violent incidents on the Toronto transit system have become alarmingly common. And as CBC’s Ioanna Roumeliotis saw first-hand, the problem is complex, and it points to a bigger social crisis.
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[@34eddy67]

Management and politicians need to decide whether the TTC is a modern, clean, rapid and profitable transportation system or a shelter for the homeless. It can't be both.

[@thesum3312]

A question, without an answer, is the best news story.

[@ianp383]

The officer's reaction to the camera is concerning. Why did the officer decide to comment on the reporters camera at 0:18, when there is an active investigation going on?

[@grovestreetmember2648]

Absolutely. Its not illegal to film Cops are gaining more and more power and its concerning

[@jerparf1077]

That's a mongol cop dude and a female. This isn't serious. This is a comedy channel

[@zochbuppet448]

This is what you need to know about cop pigs in Toronto. Everyone still thinks they are the police officers from the 1950's...which they are not. They are goofs that think think they can do anything they want....and they actually do anything they want which is why the Toronto cops are some of the most corrupt cops in North america The pig with the baseball cap in the middle of the group of cops is the one that was asking why they are using their phone. 1:06 1:09 Can someone tell the pigs that the public are allowed to film a scene that involves the police, or that they are in.

[@Nathan-ho7vr]

They are pushing their way into an active police investigation. Their was a time and place when people knew that was inappropriate. Safety takes priority over people's curiosity.

[@ianp383]

@@Nathan-ho7vr Fair enough, good point. I guess I'd be pissed about a camera in my face when I'm trying to do my job, and when my job is trying to stop a possible gunman, it is all the more stressful.

[@annalisavajda252]

Well violence has increased everywhere including in homes with domestic abuse too. People talk about the mental health of the attackers but what about the victims that woman hit with the empty bottle is still traumatized and hasn't ridden the train for a year. Were they just raised if they are having a hard time they get to stab someone or smash them in the head society will make excuses for their violent behaviour?

[@dollyrussell1692]

When the city is as big as it is the subways will need to have their own police department like they have in New York city. They have their own force just for the subway

[@pasqualinamichelaconsiglio9391]

Dissolved in 1995. They were also apart of the NYPD. 13 New York City Transit Police Department died in the line of duty.

[@theflowpowa42oshow]

@@pasqualinamichelaconsiglio9391 couple history buffs here!

[@Dan-nt2yb]

Just another thing about Toronto I don’t miss having moved to Vancouver Island a few years back. 👋🏻

[@Specialkxxx]

We are allowed to film you guys fyi

[@Nathan-ho7vr]

Film yes, interfere no, be courteous, keep your distance and let the cops do their job, or else you or family may be the next victim to the people they are looking for.

[@CC-jy4gr]

You can film Deez too

[@Specialkxxx]

@@CC-jy4gr nah I don’t like anything too small and shriveled

[@theflowpowa42oshow]

@@Specialkxxx MIC DROP!!!

[@bennyblanco2523]

Real truth, there are only six TTC security everyday for entire subway system...😳🥺

[@bmoshareholderappleshareho855]

That sounds like a joke.

[@CC-jy4gr]

The truth hurts

[@bendixonsghost7621]

Sometimes just two

[@theflowpowa42oshow]

@@bendixonsghost7621 sometimes there are none sometimes many but when you need um most you wont find any! smokeweedeveryday!

[@theflowpowa42oshow]

@@CC-jy4gr you can say that again lil man!

[@tengkhengkhoo7106]

There only one way, bring your own protective equipment.

[@uc5337]

What's it going to take? For Trudeau to step down. Everything else is easy after that.

[@CC-jy4gr]

The never ending story

[@Ynalaw]

You can find the best fentanyl on the TTC.

[@CC-jy4gr]

Gotta go fast!

[@theflowpowa42oshow]

@@CC-jy4gr weeeeeeee

[@Omar.sadozai]

In a city like Toronto LEARN TO BE ALONE.

[@annbrooks7935]

WAS ATTACKED ONE YEAR AGO WITH MY CHILDREN ON THERE BIRTHDAY

[@CC-jy4gr]

Tyrants

[@missf4681]

Instead if youth services how about charging them and holding them responsible for their crimes,. That would be a good start. How about the legal age to charge someone as an adult be dropped to 14 yrs old.

[@CC-jy4gr]

Wow this guy's cracking skulls

[@dalkskkskk]

........................................

[@HEAT16]

I feel you but no -this ain't Saudi Arabia.

[@missf4681]

@@HEAT16 so we just let the thugs run wild. What has Saudi Arabia got to do with holding thugs responsible

[@CC-jy4gr]

Ask any American and they will tell you more guns

[@theflowpowa42oshow]

peace and love lil man

[@futuoinvictus7669]

Ask any Canadian and they'll just tell you getting robbed and murdered by violent animal immigrants is just a part of life.

[@raymak6129]

stop justifying animals actions with standard mental illness approach , lock them up for good and throw away to key , or harsh punishment like harsh labor camps

[@sarahburnside4606]

I found the facist lmao

[@tessietesoro7407]

Lock up all mental problems, don't let them roam in public places, this will make our city safer.

[@dianemorrell9638]

How about lock away the widely spread corruption within the conservative government and police!

[@lawrencelawrence3920]

The fall out from Roxham Road. You deserve this Toronto but keep voting for your favorite present political party and it will get worse.

[@Rafin889]

Are the people from roxham road coming to Toronto? I thought they were all going to Montreal

[@lawrencelawrence3920]

@@Rafin889 not all. They move to where there is more opportunity.

[@donhughesman5737]

The answer is deportation.

[@krauserromanov5854]

"Diversity" is our strength.

[@CC-jy4gr]

Line up

[@donhughesman5737]

@@CC-jy4gr where to next?

[@theflowpowa42oshow]

@@donhughesman5737 come on down lil man!

[@MG-hk9kx]

We should start with you