""It's crazy. People are walking, kids, dogs, pets - I've never seen anything like this. They have to do something.""
"NYC Parks indicated that staff members are trained to remove needles, advising anyone who finds one to file a 311 complaint."
"As of 5 p.m. this afternoon, the needle captured by our cameras is still on the beach."
Residents of Coney Island have found multiple needles and syringes on a popular beach, prompting alarm and concern for safety. Photos of the needles were shared by residents walking their dogs. Additional needles and orange caps were discovered by News 12, indicating more may be hidden. While trash on the beach is common, the presence of needles has heightened fears. NYC Parks stated staff are trained to remove needles but did not provide a specific cleaning schedule.
Read at News 12 - Long Island
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