Statistical analyses indicate that motorists face roughly 500 times more crime than transit passengers when accounting for exposure (trips, miles, or hours). While the types of crime differ—transit riders are more susceptible to theft of personal items like wallets or phones, whereas drivers face higher risks of vehicle theft, vandalism, and road rage incidents—the overall risk of victimization is far lower on public transportation.

I wondered if the type of crime, in-person vs not, explains the perception.

Thanks Spidy, defeat the bad guys and defend liberty and justice for all!

The prejudice was,

Always there behind the flag,

Now they’re glad to show