Recent violence on Toronto transit 'indicative of something larger': TTC

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The TTC says the rash of recent violent incidents that erupted on its network over the weekend points to a bigger problem that requires an “all hands-on-deck” approach.

“We have an obligation to keep our customers and our employees safe, but there are certain things that happen that are just beyond our capacity and that’s why it’s really important that we have those partnerships,” Green said, referring to its partnerships with Toronto Police and the City.

The data showing the number of reported offences committed against TTC workers, however, has remained steady since January. That’s why the police patrolling the transit system and the city’s mental health supports are important to have, Green said.

 

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