Bronx DA Darcel Clark opens with Bronx youth violence statistics
Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark thanks the committee and begins with Bronx youth violence statistics. She says the Bronx has about 20% of the city's youth but a disproportionate share of youth gun arrests, shooting victims, and shooting defendants.
Good afternoon.
Good afternoon.
Good afternoon, Chair Stevens and members of the committee.
Thank you so much for giving me this opportunity to speak with you today to testify on secure detention conditions and youth incarceration policies in New York City.
The Bronx is home to about 20% of New York City residents younger than 18 years old, yet it accounts for a disproportionate share of youth gun violence.
About a third of youth gun arrests and youth shooting victims and nearly half of youth shooting defendants are in the Bronx.
These figures underscore the urgency of our responsibility to protect young people, support victims, and keep our communities safe.