There have been documented cases of NYPD not wanting to take reports. Without crime being reported, they can manipulate the figures to make themselves and the

There have been documented cases of NYPD not wanting to take reports. Without crime being reported, they can manipulate the figures to make themselves and the city look better. [typo edits] Edited to add: Start here: http://www.villagevoice.com/2010-05-04/news/the-nypd-tapes-inside-bed-stuy-s-81st-precinct/ http://www.villagevoice.com/2010-05-04/news/the-nypd-tapes-i... Or take your pick: http://www.villagevoice.com/related/to/New+York+Crime+Statistics/ http://www.villagevoice.com/related/to/New+York+Crime+Statis...