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Letitia James’ Times Square shooting probe draws GOP criticism over New York’s mental health crisis
Sunday, September 6, 2026
New York State Comptroller Saritha Komatireddy proposed creating a new Office of Civil Commitment following a fatal stabbing in Times Square. Komatireddy stated that New York's current system fails to adequately serve people with mental illness. The proposal would establish a dedicated office to oversee civil commitment processes in the state.
