Filipinos told to be vigilant as crime rates soar in New York

People stand in front of a "Stop Asian Hate" mural as people gather for a rally protesting violence against Asian-Americans at Sara D. Roosevelt Park on February 14, 2022 in the Chinatown neighborhood in New York City.

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MANILA, Philippines — Filipinos in New York City are being advised to remain vigilant as crime rates there shoot up, with major crimes soaring by 37% compared to the past year and hate crimes increasing by 12.6% in the same period.

The Philippine consulate in the city also advised Filipinos taking mass transport to also exercise vigilance as transit crimes have also increased by 55.5% compared to last year.

“Kababayan are reminded to be situationally aware at all times when outside their residences and to take the necessary precautions to avoid becoming a victim of crime,” the consulate said in an advisory.

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