How safe is the Metro system compared to other U.S. transit systems?
The Metro system has an excellent reputation for being a safe transit system. Metro Transit Police officers in uniform and in plain clothes routinely patrol Metrobuses, Metrorail trains, stations, and parking lots. Nevertheless, emergency response plans are in place for a variety of crisis scenarios. If riders ever see anything suspicious, they are encouraged to call Metro Transit Police, who have forged strong partnerships with local jurisdictional police, at 202-962-2121.