homework - Sexual Harassment on the 4,5, or 6 train

Click HERE for the video. Read the story. Answer the questions.

New York City (11/19/09) - The City Council is investigating ways to reduce sexual harassment in the subways they heard from the NYPD that there's been a four percent increase in the number of sexual harassment complaints filed over the past year.

The chief of the Transit Bureau says sexual harassment most common on the number 4, 5, and 6 lines in Manhattan and occurs  during the morning and evening rush hours.

Complaints are up 4%t from last year -- 564 last year, 587 this year

Many women NY1 spoke with say they've come to expect sexual harassment when riding the train.
"Sometimes when it's really crowded like now, a guy will come hold the bar and push against you. Usually, I just quickly move," said one female subway rider.


The NYPD believes many women aren't reporting sex offenses on the subway either because they're ashamed or they think that the police won't find the guy.

Police say the most important weapon in their fight is getting women to report crimes.

Authorities say if you're harassed on the subway you should report the incident immediately and if you can, snap a picture.

Police say cell phone photos have been instrumental in catching suspects.

Questions:

1) Where did this story take place?

2) When did this story take place?

3) How much percent has sexual harassment increased this year?

4) How many complaints did the police get last year?

5) How many complaints this year?

6) What should women do if they are being sexually harassed on the train?

Video and info from NY1