MARTA Relocates Defibrillators Raising Alarm Over Emergency Access for Riders in Atlanta

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Over a decade ago, MARTA installed 100 automated external defibrillators in its rail stations as part of "Project Jumpstart" to aid riders in cardiac emergencies. Recently, officials revealed that over half of these devices have been relocated to staff rooms due to theft concerns, requiring riders to call MARTA police for access during critical moments. Experts emphasize that defibrillators must be readily available to maximize survival rates, which decline significantly with delays in access.