MTA tries shields to stop subway fare evaders

MTA tries shields to stop subway fare evaders weeks after adding turnstile spikes
The MTA is trying something new to deter fare evaders just weeks after installing spikes on some subway turnstiles.
NYC subway fare beaters easily crawl under, hop over turnstiles equipped with MTA’s new anti-evasion bars
Rule-breaking riders are easily dropping to all fours to slip under turnstiles that the MTA equipped with new crescent-shaped metal shields to curb the high-priced problem.
MTA installs turnstile metal shields at NYC subway station to combat fare evasion
Just weeks after installing so-called "subway spikes" on certain turnstiles at one New York City station, the MTA is trying another new feature in an attempt to deter fare beaters.
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The MTA estimates it loses around $285 million a year to fare evasion in the subway system — due both to turnstile jumping and to scofflaws entering thorough the emergency fire exit gates.
MTA installs metal shields on turnstiles at NYC subway station in latest feeble attempt to stop fare beating
I do understand why they did it that way because it’s probably inexpensive for them,” a rider said. “It’s just adding a small piece instead of changing the entire design.”
MTA tries shields to stop subway fare evaders after adding turnstile spikes
The MTA is trying something new to deter fare evaders just weeks after installing spikes on some subway turnstiles. CBS News New York's Lori Bordonaro reports.
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