Four Subway Incidents in 24 Hours Stun New York City Transit

NEW YORK, March 14, 2025 — Four people are believed to have committed suicide or attempted suicide on New York City subways within a 24-hour period, alarming transit authorities and commuters.

The most recent incident occurred Thursday afternoon when an unidentified individual jumped in front of a Queens-bound No. 7 train at the 103rd St. Station in Corona around 2:30 p.m., causing service delays. This tragic event unfolded just one hour after another person was struck by an uptown No. 1 train at the 191st St. Station in Washington Heights, although that individual survived and was taken to an area hospital.

Earlier that evening, a fatal incident took place at the 96th St. Station on the Upper West Side around 7:30 p.m., when a person jumped in front of a No. 2 train. This event occurred less than an hour after a similar case at the 207th St. Station on the No. 1 line, where the circumstances pointed to an attempt at suicide.

An NYPD spokesperson confirmed to the Daily News that authorities do not suspect any criminality in any of these distressing incidents. These events bring to light the growing mental health crisis affecting many individuals in the city.

Transit officials are urging the public to be vigilant and report any suspicious behavior, emphasizing that mental health resources are available for those in need. The city’s subway system, with over five million riders daily, remains a critical lifeline for many New Yorkers, and incidents like these raise concerns about safety and mental health support within the transit community.

The New York City Transit Authority is currently working to address these issues while encouraging anyone struggling with mental health to seek help and use available resources.