Total crimes within the LA Metro system increase more than 65% in early 2024. The LA Metro City Council stated they want to increase law enforcement presence at Metro bus and train stations, according to a council member. The number of total crimes within the LA Metro system increased more than 65% in the first three months of 2024, according to new data. The latest public safety report showed that between January and March 2024 there were 1,719 crimes, excluding violent crimes. During the same period of 2023, 1034 incidents were reported.