The Brief
- METRO has opened a new 24/7 substation at the Magnolia Park Transit Center to improve response times and establish a permanent police presence along the Green Line.
- Chief Ban Tien announced a surge in resources and technology use continues—including both uniformed and plainclothes officers.
- Officials are calling for riders to act as “force multipliers” by reporting suspicious activity, emphasizing that public safety relies on a combination of environmental design and community engagement.
HOUSTON – Houston city officials and transit leaders gathered Tuesday morning to inaugurate a new police substation in the East End, a move aimed at bolstering security along the METRORail Green Line, following recent safety concerns on the transit system.
What we know:
The new Harrisburg substation, located at 7003 Harrisburg Blvd., sits adjacent to the Magnolia Park Transit Center. Officials say the facility will serve as a permanent base for METRO Police, allowing for 24/7 patrol coverage and improved response times for the surrounding community and commuters.…