As FIFA World Cup nears, some MARTA riders raise safety concerns after recent attacks on transit system
04-06-2026 05:08 via cbsnews.com

As FIFA World Cup nears, some MARTA riders raise safety concerns after recent attacks on transit system

Multiple recent attacks on MARTA have some riders questioning how safe they will feel using Atlanta's public transit system as the city prepares to welcome thousands of visitors for the FIFA World Cup.The tournament is expected to bring an unprecedented influx of travelers to metro Atlanta, putting additional attention on MARTA's ability to safely move residents and visitors throughout the region.Many Atlantans rely on MARTA every day as their primary mode of transportation.ATLANTA, UNITED STATE
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