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Jared, a participant in the dialogue, noted that there seems to be an emerging fear among citizens about intervening, largely due to the legal repercussions they might face—highlighting a dangerous precedent in New York City's recent legal climate. The perceived message from authorities, particularly from District Attorney Alvin Bragg, is that defending oneself, or acting as a Good Samaritan, could lead to legal trouble, while actual criminals rarely face severe consequences.